Phoibos VoyagervsZelos Swordfish 3

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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.

Phoibos Voyager at true scale

Voyager

Zelos Swordfish 3 at true scale

Swordfish 3

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

45mm

n/a

Thickness

13.5mm

12mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$350

lowest

$399

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13.5mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Bronze
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$350
$399
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Reviews

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

Phoibos Voyager

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.

From video reviewers

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.

Zelos Swordfish 3

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Zelos Swordfish 3 for its exceptional value, with many highlighting the textured sandwich dial and the surprisingly good bracelet. The watch's 40mm case dimensions are considered fine for wearability, and its titanium construction contributes to a compact and comfortable feel. Some owners appreciate the unique appeal of specific dials, such as the teal or yellow Timascus variants. One reviewer noted sharp bracelet edges and legibility issues in bright light on a specific variant. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Swordfish 3 highly for its strong value proposition and fun design elements at its price point.

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