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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
39.5mm
36mm
Thickness
12.7mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
43mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Navy
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$299

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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 Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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