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Sternglas MarusvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Marus
SternglasMarus
MSRP $485
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Marus42mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Marus42h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Marus200m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Marus$485
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
53.8mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Green
Lume
Luminova grün
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$485
$499

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What people say

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Sternglas Marus

The Sternglas Marus is widely praised for its well-built, heavy feel and excellent bezel action, considered the best in its price range. Despite its 42mm diameter and 52mm lug-to-lug, owners report it fits surprisingly well on slim wrists. A reviewer notes the short seconds hand as a drawback, but highlights the watch as a fun, affordable starting point for a collection, featuring a vibrant Pepsi bezel and an anthracite dial that shifts in appearance, powered by a Miyota 8215 movement for €399. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Sternglas Marus highly for its robust build and superior bezel at its price point.

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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