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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsOrient RA-AC0K Diver Watch

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
RA-AC0K Diver Watch
OrientRA-AC0K Diver Watch
MSRP $455

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
RA-AC0K Diver Watch43.4mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
RA-AC0K Diver Watch40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
RA-AC0K Diver Watch200m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
RA-AC0K Diver Watch$455

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
43.4mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
F6722
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$455

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What people say

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Phoibos Wave Master GMT

The Phoibos Wave Master GMT is widely praised for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with owners finding it a strong value proposition at $220. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted by one owner, while accuracy averages around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its distinctive design and comfortable wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Wave Master GMT's notable feature is its 200M water resistance. A drawback is the rattle of the bracelet. Reviewers disagree on the watch's value, with one reviewer noting its significant weight for a 39.5mm case diameter, but the other reviewer doesn't mention any specific weaknesses or trade-offs.

Orient RA-AC0K Diver Watch

Owners widely praise the Orient RA-AC0K Diver Watch for exceeding expectations and being a "real" watch. The mechanical movement is noted for keeping great time, running within a handful of seconds fast per day, with some owners considering Orient's budget movements among the best for accuracy. Overall, owners rate the Orient RA-AC0K Diver Watch highly for its surprising quality and reliable timekeeping at its price point.

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