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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsBaltic Scalegraph Classic

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Scalegraph Classic
BalticScalegraph Classic
MSRP $1,712

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Scalegraph Classic39.5mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Scalegraph Classic63h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Scalegraph Classic50m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Scalegraph Classic$1,712

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Thickness
12.7mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Panda
Lume
Super-LumiNova
BGW9

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Sellita SW510-M
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
63h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$1,712

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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.

Baltic Scalegraph Classic

Owners widely praise the Baltic Scalegraph Classic for its stunning retro racing design, detailed dial, and 39.5mm case size, with many finding it offers excellent value. However, some owners report issues with finishing and fit, describing the watches as light or "toylike," while others find the finishing comparable to higher-end brands. Reviewers and owners alike criticize the screw-down chronograph pushers as finicky and impractical, especially given the 100m water resistance which some feel is conceptually incongruent with its rally timer purpose. One owner experienced misaligned bezel markers and moisture ingress after pool use, leading to a return. On balance, owners and reviewers value the Baltic Scalegraph Classic's aesthetic and value proposition, though practical usability concerns regarding the chronograph pushers and isolated quality control issues are noted.

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