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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsFears Date Boutique Edition

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Date Boutique Edition
FearsDate Boutique Edition
MSRP $2,458

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Date Boutique Edition39.5mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Date Boutique Edition40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Date Boutique Edition15m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Date Boutique Edition$2,458

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Sport
Thickness
12.7mm
20mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.95mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
15m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Date Boutique Edition
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
La Joux-Perret G101

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$2,458

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Fears Date Boutique Edition

Owners widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition for its comfortable wearability, noting its thin profile and short lugs contribute to classy proportions. The brand's classic design, finishing, and customer service also receive commendation. Some find the mallard green dial color less vibrant in person than depicted in photos, and one owner found the $3500 price steep. On balance, owners rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition highly for its comfortable wearability and classic design.

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