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Phoibos Depth HuntervsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
Presage Sharp Edged Series
SeikoPresage Sharp Edged Series
MSRP $1,100
What people say

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Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely lauded for its sharp, angular case design and the intricate finishing of its dials, often featuring traditional Japanese motifs like the Asanoha pattern. Owners and reviewers consistently highlight the beautiful interplay of polished and hairline finishes on the case and bracelet, the use of sapphire crystals, and a robust 100m water resistance. The collection is powered by reliable in-house automatic movements, with many models featuring the 6R35 movement offering a 70-hour power reserve. Some specific models are noted for their refined finishing and updated case facets, while the 24-hour sub-dial on certain variants is considered a niche complication. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series highly for its striking design and quality finishing at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter40mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series40.2mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter40h
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter300m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
Depth Hunter$470
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,100

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
40.2mm
Thickness
11mm
12.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.4mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
6R21
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$1,100
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