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Bremont ionBirdvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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ionBird
BremontionBird
MSRP $5,800
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ionBird43mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
ionBird40h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
ionBird
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
ionBird$5,800
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
43mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
Titanium
Bronze
Water Resistance
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Regular length (15cm - 19cm wrist size)
Green
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$499

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What people say

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Bremont ionBird

Owners report the Bremont ionBird is overpriced and features a printed dial with a poorly placed date window at 4:30, which some find visually disruptive. However, some owners suggest its case finishing is superior to competitors. The 43mm titanium Bremont ionBird GMT is powered by a COSC-certified BE-93-2AV automatic movement and retails for $5,795. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Bremont ionBird's date window placement and price point to be significant drawbacks.

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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