Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSpinnaker Bradner GMT
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Measurements
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Wave Master GMT
Bradner GMT
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
lowest
50mm
Thickness
12.7mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
180m
MSRP
$399
$299
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH34
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master GMT for its attractive design, comfortable 20mm tapering bracelet, and wearability on a 7" wrist, with some preferring it daily over more expensive options. The watch is considered good value at $220, featuring bright lume. Some minor finishing flaws, such as slightly crooked markers and off-center dial numbers, are noted, and accuracy is reported around 5-10 seconds over two weeks. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master GMT highly for its design and value at the price.
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.
Owners praise the Spinnaker Bradner GMT for its excellent lume, comfortable wearability, and value, with one owner noting the rubber strap is very comfortable and the beads of rice bracelet fits well on smaller wrists. Some find the 15mm thickness and bold colorway polarizing, and one owner views it more as a casual GMT with tool-watch styling than a diver. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner GMT highly for its comfortable wearability and value at the price point.
The watch offers excellent dial legibility and a functional internal rotating 24-hour bezel. The water resistance is rated at 200 meters.
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