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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsSternglas Tachymeter

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Tachymeter
SternglasTachymeter
MSRP $312

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Tachymeter42mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Tachymeter
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Tachymeter50m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Tachymeter$312

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Miyota 0S20
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$312

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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.

Sternglas Tachymeter

The Sternglas Tachymeter is praised for its sporty chronograph design and wrist presence, offering character without being an overt tool watch. Reviewers note it as an improvement over its predecessor, featuring an upscale design with a colored aluminum bezel insert and more colorful dial options. It utilizes the Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, is accurate to ±20 seconds per month, and boasts a three-year battery life, all at a competitive price of €389. The Sternglas Tachymeter is considered good value for its design, functionality, and small-brand cachet, offering a charming youthfulness. One reviewer noted that the "orange" on one model appeared yellow, and suggested a tachymeter scale extending to 200 instead of 500 would be more useful. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Tachymeter highly for its value and appealing, youthful chronograph design.

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