Phoibos VoyagervsOrient Diver Watch
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Measurements
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Voyager

Diver Watch
Diameter
39mm
41.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
lowest
47mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
$299
$285
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Orient F6922
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
7 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Phoibos Voyager is praised for its attractive MOP dial, good overall finishing, and fun octopus logo, with one owner describing it as "brutalist" and "a tank" with well-aligned elements. However, the red lettering on the red date wheel at 6 o'clock is illegible, and the 13.5mm thick case can be prone to accidental knocks. On balance, owners appreciate the Phoibos Voyager for its distinctive dial and robust build quality, despite legibility issues with the date wheel.
The NH34 movement is a significant positive. The lume could be brighter.
Owners widely praise the Orient Diver Watch for its striking dial colors, particularly the red variant, and its overall attractive design for the price point. Reviewers note its solid build quality, comfortable bracelet that is considered superior to other Orient lines, and applied indices with excellent lume. The watch features an automatic Orient F6922 movement and 200m water resistance within a 41.5mm case. Some owners report play in the bezel, a characteristic trait of affordable Orient divers. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Orient Diver Watch highly for its exceptional value and appealing design for under $300.
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