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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsHELM Togiak Expedition

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Togiak Expedition
HELMTogiak Expedition
MSRP $340

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Togiak Expedition42mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Togiak Expedition40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Togiak Expedition200m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Togiak Expedition$340

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.7mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Titanium

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Seiko Instruments NH36
Power Reserve
40h
40h
Jewels
25
24
Complications
None
Day, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$340

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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.

HELM Togiak Expedition

Owners widely praise the HELM Togiak Expedition for its utilitarian design, matte black dial, distinctive handset, and excellent lume. The watch is noted for offering good value and is ISO 6425 tested to 200m water resistance. Some owners find the size and weight may not suit smaller wrists, and the included bracelet and NATO strap are considered uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the HELM Togiak Expedition highly for its well-executed design and value proposition.

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