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Phoibos Wave Master GMTvsLongines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925

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Wave Master GMT
PhoibosWave Master GMT
MSRP $399
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925
LonginesSPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925
MSRP $4,700

At a glance

19 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master GMT39.5mm
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 192539mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master GMT40h
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 192572h
Water Resistance
Wave Master GMT200m
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925100m
MSRP
Wave Master GMT$399
SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925$4,700

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
39mm
Thickness
12.7mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
46.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Gold
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Both sides
Indices
Applied
Applied Arabic numerals

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
SII NH34
L844.4
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date, 24 hours hand with time zone mechanism

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$399
$4,700

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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.

Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925

The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 is widely praised for its handsome, vintage-inspired two-tone aesthetic, featuring a rose-gold capped bezel and dial accents, and is noted for its segment-leading finishing and solid feel. Owners and reviewers highlight the pleasing combination of precious metal with a rugged character. The watch is powered by the ETA-produced L844.4 automatic GMT movement, which is COSC chronometer certified and offers a 72-hour power reserve, visible through a sapphire caseback. Some reviewers flag the 13.5mm thickness as substantial, and the male endlinks may affect wearability on smaller wrists. The Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 is priced at approximately $4,350 and includes a bracelet and an additional NATO strap. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines SPIRIT ZULU TIME 1925 highly for its refined vintage-inspired design and excellent finishing at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Spirit Zulu Time 1925 features excellent finishing and a true GMT function. Reviewers questioned the value proposition due to the rose gold being a cap rather than solid.

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