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Citizen The Citizen Caliber A060vsPhoibos Argo

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The Citizen Caliber A060
CitizenThe Citizen Caliber A060
MSRP $3,295
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
The Citizen Caliber A06038.3mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
The Citizen Caliber A06040h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
The Citizen Caliber A060100m
Argo200m
MSRP
The Citizen Caliber A060$3,295
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
38.3mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Material
Super Titanium
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Brown
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
A060
SII NH35
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,295
$345

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What people say

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Citizen The Citizen Caliber A060

The Citizen Caliber A060 is widely praised for its exceptional accuracy, with most owners reporting it runs within or very close to the advertised ±5 seconds per year, though some note slight deviations. Reviewers and owners highlight the scratch-resistant, gold-hued titanium case and the unique washi paper dial with gold leaf as standout aesthetic features, contributing to its wearability and perceived value. The Eco-Drive movement's perpetual calendar and long power reserve are also frequently cited strengths, with a decorated 23-jewel caliber noted as a surprise for a quartz movement. One owner experienced issues requiring repair in Japan after the watch was not kept charged, and some owners express concern about the rechargeable battery as a potential failure point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate The Citizen Caliber A060 highly for its blend of high-end finishing, impressive accuracy, and innovative solar technology.

Phoibos Argo

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo for its appealing design and color combinations, with one owner highlighting the bronze patina development as a unique characteristic. The Miyota 9015 movement is noted for its precision, and the included strap is considered a comfortable fit, particularly for narrower wrists. On balance, owners view the Phoibos Argo as a wearable piece of art and a great watch for personal enjoyment.

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