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Phoibos Wave MastervsStudio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)

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Wave Master
PhoibosWave Master
MSRP $309
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)
Studio Underd0gMint Choc Chip (Gen3)
MSRP $550

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Wave Master42mm
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)38.5mm
Power Reserve
Wave Master40h
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)40h
Water Resistance
Wave Master300m
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)
MSRP
Wave Master$309
Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)$550

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
38.5mm
Thickness
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
Water Resistance
300m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$309
$550

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What people say

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Phoibos Wave Master

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Wave Master for its attractive wavy dial, bright lume, and comfortable engineer bracelet, with many considering it one of the best-looking watches under $300. The watch features a sapphire crystal and ceramic bezel, and owners report good quality for the price, with a subtle wave pattern on the dial appreciated for its unique style. While some minor finishing flaws like slightly crooked hour markers or an off-center outer ring have been noted, these are generally considered not visible during wear. One owner experienced a clasp breakage after four years, but Phoibos replaced it free of charge. Some owners wish the watch were larger than 40mm, and one notes the GMT hand and other details may not hold up under extreme close-ups. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Wave Master highly for its distinctive dial and value, especially considering its build quality and features.

From video reviewers

The unidirectional ceramic bezel action is praised. The lume brightness is noted as a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the water resistance rating, with some stating 300M and others 200M.

Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3)

Owners and reviewers praise the Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3) for its unique, visually striking design, featuring an asymmetrical dial, textured two-tone finish, orange chrono hand tips, and chocolate chip hour markers, all housed in a comfortable 38.5mm case with a hand-winding SeaGull ST-1901 movement and a goat-skin strap. Some owners, however, find the watch overpriced for its movement and dial quality, and a few feel it appears toy-like on larger wrists. Overall, owners and reviewers value the Studio Underd0g Mint Choc Chip (Gen3) for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wear, despite some reservations about price and perceived scale.

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