Phoibos Eagle RayvsZelos Swordfish 3
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Eagle Ray
Swordfish 3
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
13mm
12mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$360
lowest
$399
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray for its solid build quality and sawtooth bezel, with one owner highlighting its affordable GMT functionality. The watch is considered a great value for its price and features. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray highly for its build quality and functional features at an accessible price point.
Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.
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