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Vaer SwissvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Swiss
VaerSwiss
MSRP $1,099
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Swiss36mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Swiss40h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Swiss100m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Swiss$1,099
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
9.4mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Swiss
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 2035
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,099
$499

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What people say

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Vaer Swiss

Vaer Swiss owners widely praise its exceptional case finishing, featuring alternating polished and brushed chamfered edges and lugs that curve to hug the wrist. Reviewers note the attractive design with twisted lugs, a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal AR coating, and a visually appealing Swiss movement. Some owners report the date changes slightly before midnight, the packaging is basic, and a canvas strap was of poor quality, with customer service response being slow. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer Swiss highly for its attractive design and case finishing at the price.

Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

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