Phoibos NarwhalvsSeiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition

The measurements

Sized up.

Catalogue photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimetre scale.

Phoibos Narwhal at true scale

Narwhal

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition at true scale

Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition

Diameter

38mm

39mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

45.5mm

lowest

Thickness

11.5mm

lowest

13.3mm

Water Resistance

200m

highest

100m

MSRP

$509

lowest

$700

Movement

Miyota 9015

Seiko V192

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
45.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Malachite
n/a
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
Seiko V192
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$509
$700

What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side.

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

Phoibos Narwhal

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Narwhal's 38mm size and slim 11.5mm height for a 200m diver, noting it wears well on smaller wrists and its case shape resembles an integrated bracelet. The aventurine and Howlite dials are described as captivating, and some appreciate the contrast finishing and retro looks. However, some owners criticize misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands thick and popsicle-style. The value proposition is debated, with some finding it a good buy at $390 but others considering $480-$490 too much due to a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet. On balance, owners find the Phoibos Narwhal appealing for its design and wearability, though quality control and pricing are points of contention for some.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.

Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition for its attractive vintage-inspired aesthetics, functional solar dials, and wearable proportions, with some noting the chronograph pushers are a joy to operate. The domed sapphire crystal is a recurring positive, as is the overall value proposition at its price point, with specific models highlighted for their neo-vintage Daytona flair and Pogue-inspired colorways. However, several sources point to a limited bracelet clasp with only two micro-adjustments and a small, hard-to-read date window as drawbacks. Some owners also note internal reflections on the domed sapphire crystal and occasional slight misalignment of the chronograph seconds hand at zero. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER SPEEDTIMER Solar Chronograph Limited Edition highly for its compelling retro design and modern solar functionality at an accessible price.

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