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Phoibos LeviathanvsOrient AA02 Diver Watch

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Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $309
AA02 Diver Watch
OrientAA02 Diver Watch
MSRP $285
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Phoibos Leviathan

Owners widely report the Phoibos Leviathan offers a vintage experience at an affordable price due to its proportions and conservative design. However, the watch is considered well-made and sturdy but quite heavy, with a 45mm x 54mm lug-to-lug case and a 15.5mm thickness, leading some owners to replace the stock band. On balance, owners rate the Phoibos Leviathan highly for its vintage feel and sturdy build at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch features 500m water resistance and a Seiko NH35 automatic movement. The case size is a point of contention, with reviewers noting it is substantial and may overwhelm smaller wrists, while others highlight a 40mm case size as an improvement.

Orient AA02 Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient AA02 Diver Watch for its impressive quality and value, noting it as a keeper with considerable charm. The F6922 automatic movement offers hand-winding and hacking capabilities, and the watch features a 40-hour power reserve and a mineral crystal. Some owners have opted to replace the stock bracelet. On balance, owners rate the Orient AA02 Diver Watch highly for its exceptional value and overall quality at its affordable price point.

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Leviathan45mm
AA02 Diver Watch41.5mm
Power Reserve
Leviathan40h
AA02 Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Leviathan500m
AA02 Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Leviathan$309
AA02 Diver Watch$285

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45mm
41.5mm
Thickness
15.5mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
54mm
47mm
Water Resistance
500m
200m

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
NH 35
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$285
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