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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSeiko Prospex LX line

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $6,500

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Prospex LX line72h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Prospex LX line300m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Prospex LX line$6,500

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
39.5mm
44.8mm
Thickness
12.7mm
15.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50.9mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Lume
Super-LumiNova
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
5R65
Type
Automatic
Spring Drive
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
30

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$6,500

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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.

Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex LX line's finishing is a step up from other models, with a case that sits well on the wrist, and some praise the green sunburst dial with blue anti-reflective sapphire crystal as phenomenal. However, owners note the high MSRP limited sales, with some desiring smaller cases and a reduced price, and others experienced quality control issues such as detached second hands and peeling DLC coating, leading to concerns about fragility. On balance, owners feel the Seiko Prospex LX line was discontinued due to pricing that alienated its target market, despite its attractive dial.

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