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Phoibos NarwhalvsTornek-Rayville TR-660 Acrylic Non-date

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Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509
TR-660 Acrylic Non-date
Tornek-RayvilleTR-660 Acrylic Non-date
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.

Tornek-Rayville TR-660 Acrylic Non-date

The Tornek-Rayville TR-660 Acrylic Non-date is a 40mm bead-blasted stainless steel watch with a utilitarian matte black dial and a moisture detector, measuring 14.7mm thick and 48.5mm lug-to-lug, featuring a subtly domed, AR-coated crystal. One owner notes a preference for a different watch's bezel-locking mechanism but appreciates the TR-660's 20mm lug size. Another owner reports damage to the case and bezel, though it includes unused and worn straps. On balance, owners find the Tornek-Rayville TR-660 Acrylic Non-date to have a timeless design that remains appealing.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Narwhal38mm
TR-660 Acrylic Non-date40mm
Power Reserve
Narwhal40h
TR-660 Acrylic Non-date50h
Water Resistance
Narwhal200m
TR-660 Acrylic Non-date200m
MSRP
Narwhal$509
TR-660 Acrylic Non-date

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
11.5mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Superluminova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
TMI NH38
Power Reserve
40h
50h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$509
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