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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsVaer Calendar Field

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Calendar Field
VaerCalendar Field
MSRP $189

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Calendar Field36mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Calendar Field40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Calendar Field100m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Calendar Field$189

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.7mm
8.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Miyota 2035
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$189

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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.

Vaer Calendar Field

Owners widely praise the Vaer Calendar Field for its excellent value, citing its clean WWII-inspired dial, thin 8.5mm to 9.5mm case, sapphire crystal, and 100m water resistance. The dial and hand design are consistently highlighted as phenomenal, with case finishing described as next-level for the price, featuring nice brushing. Some owners note the second hand does not perfectly align with markers, and the stock silicone strap attracts lint. One owner found the lume only serviceable and wished the date window was brighter. On balance, owners rate the Vaer Calendar Field highly for its exceptional dial design and case finishing at its price point.

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