Phoibos VoyagervsYema Diver
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Measurements
Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.
Voyager
Diver
Diameter
39mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Thickness
13.5mm
10.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$350
lowest
$990
Movement
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
The Phoibos Voyager is praised for its attractive MOP dial that plays with light, good overall finishing, and fun octopus logo. Owners note the 39mm case is comfortable, with all components well-aligned, and describe the watch as a "tank." However, the date wheel is criticized for being illegible due to its color blending into the dial, and one owner reported the 13.5mm thick case is prone to striking objects. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Voyager highly for its attractive dial and good finishing at the price.
The case finishing is a strong positive for the price. The bracelet quality and bezel action were cited as potential drawbacks. Reviewers were split on the amount of polished surfaces on the watch.
One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner noted that this manual wind Yema Diver, while featuring a cool patina, is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value, positioning it as a fun second watch rather than an investment. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment, with one owner experiencing a water ingress issue.
The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
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