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Phoibos Eagle Ray GMTvsHELM Vanuatu

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Eagle Ray GMT
PhoibosEagle Ray GMT
MSRP $250
Vanuatu
HELMVanuatu
MSRP $285

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Eagle Ray GMT41mm
Vanuatu42mm
Power Reserve
Eagle Ray GMT40h
Vanuatu40h
Water Resistance
Eagle Ray GMT300m
Vanuatu300m
MSRP
Eagle Ray GMT$250
Vanuatu$285

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SWISS RONDA 515-24H
Seiko Instruments NH35
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$250
$285

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT for its perfect dial, attractive case finishing, and the Miyota 9015 movement, with the vintage gold coloring and second hand hitting all indices noted as highlights. One owner called it a "love at first sight" purchase. However, some owners question the crystal's reflectivity and readability, and the 47mm lug-to-lug measurement may be tight on smaller wrists, with the included leather strap also noted as potentially unsuitable. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Eagle Ray GMT highly for its attractive finishing and movement at the price.

HELM Vanuatu

Owners widely praise the HELM Vanuatu for its exceptional comfort, with the titanium bracelet frequently cited as "uber-comfortable" and the watch itself being less overbearing on the wrist than comparable dive watches. Reviewers note its great bezel action and overall quality, with one owner finding the purchase satisfactory despite a nearly two-year wait. On balance, owners rate the HELM Vanuatu highly for its wearability and solid build at the price.

From video reviewers

The case finishing is consistently praised. The bracelet is noted as having significant rattle.

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