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Phoibos LeviathanvsTimefactors Commander

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Leviathan
PhoibosLeviathan
MSRP $309
Commander
TimefactorsCommander
MSRP $490
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.

Timefactors Commander

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commander for its vintage aesthetic, featuring a clean no-date dial with gilt accents, creamy lume, and appealing sunburst effects, all contributing to a premium feel and excellent build quality for the price. However, some owners note its 13.7mm thickness and 162-gram weight are substantial, and the bezel numeral font is considered disproportionately small. The dial is also described as quite reflective, and the bracelet is prone to desk rash. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commander highly for its vintage design and robust build quality at its price point.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Leviathan45mm
Commander38mm
Power Reserve
Leviathan40h
Commander
Water Resistance
Leviathan500m
Commander300m
MSRP
Leviathan$309
Commander$490

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
15.5mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
54mm
45mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH 35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$490
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