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Phoibos KrakenvsHorage Revolution 3 MicroReg

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Kraken
PhoibosKraken
MSRP $499
Revolution 3 MicroReg
HorageRevolution 3 MicroReg
MSRP $5,320

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Kraken40mm
Revolution 3 MicroReg41mm
Power Reserve
Kraken40h
Revolution 3 MicroReg72h
Water Resistance
Kraken200m
Revolution 3 MicroReg100m
MSRP
Kraken$499
Revolution 3 MicroReg$5,320

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.05mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
48.22mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
No
Dial Color
Green
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Horage K2
Power Reserve
40h
72h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$5,320

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What people say

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Phoibos Kraken

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Kraken for its excellent lume, dial production, and the thinness of its Miyota 9015 movement, all at a sub-$500 price point. Specific positive mentions include the case and bracelet finishing, with one owner calling the bracelet excellent. The 40mm size is considered ideal by some. However, some owners find the crown guard execution awkward, and the hands have been described as resembling "veiny penises." There is also a concern that the dial's appearance in natural light might not achieve the desired color-shifting, smoky metallic effect. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Kraken highly for its impressive dial and finishing at the price.

From video reviewers

The watch's attractive price point and retro styling are consistently praised. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

Horage Revolution 3 MicroReg

The Horage Revolution 3 MicroReg showcases an innovative external micro-adjustment system for on-the-fly regulation via electromagnetic pulse, a remarkable feat of micro-engineering. This proof-of-concept prototype is still in early development, with a projected launch in late summer 2026 and a founder's price of CHF 3,900. On balance, reviewers highlight the revolutionary regulation technology as the defining characteristic of the Horage Revolution 3 MicroReg.

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