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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsHelgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda
HelgraySuperfast Automatic - Silver Panda
MSRP $799

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda100m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda$799

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.7mm
12mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH34

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$799

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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.

Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda

The Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda is praised for its attractive, timeless panda aesthetic and value, featuring a reliable Seiko VK64 mecaquartz movement and sapphire crystal. However, its wearability is described as bulky and boxy, the lume is disappointing, lasting only 5-10 minutes, and the chronograph pusher action is slightly stiff. On balance, owners appreciate the Helgray Superfast Automatic - Silver Panda for its appealing panda dial and value proposition.

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