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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMTvsPhoibos Argo

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Airman Vintage The Chief GMT
GlycineAirman Vintage The Chief GMT
MSRP $2,900
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT40mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT48h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT30m
Argo200m
MSRP
Airman Vintage The Chief GMT$2,900
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.25mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
White
Yellow
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
SII NH35
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,900
$345

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What people say

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Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT

Owners widely appreciate the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical significance and homage to the 1953 original. However, one owner notes criticism regarding the main hour hand being a 12-hour hand on a 24-hour dial, which hinders its intended use and compromises the bezel's functionality, leading to a return. On balance, owners value the Glycine Airman Vintage The Chief GMT for its historical connection, though a functional critique exists regarding its hour hand implementation.

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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