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Phoibos NarwhalvsTissot Seastar 1000 GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509
Seastar 1000 GMT
TissotSeastar 1000 GMT
MSRP $575

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Narwhal38mm
Seastar 1000 GMT40mm
Power Reserve
Narwhal40h
Seastar 1000 GMT40h
Water Resistance
Narwhal200m
Seastar 1000 GMT300m
MSRP
Narwhal$509
Seastar 1000 GMT$575

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
11.77mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Malachite
Black
Indices
Applied
Indexes
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Super-LumiNova ®

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
11 1/2'''
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$509
$575

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT

Owners widely praise the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT for its sapphire crystal, 300m water resistance, and GMT complication, with one owner expressing deep satisfaction. A point of contention for some is that Swiss quartz movements may exhibit second-hand misalignment with markers, unlike certain Japanese quartz movements. On balance, owners rate the Tissot Seastar 1000 GMT highly for its robust features and value.

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