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Phoibos ArgovsOrient Kamasu

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
Kamasu
OrientKamasu
MSRP $375

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
Kamasu41.8mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
Kamasu40h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
Kamasu200m
MSRP
Argo$345
Kamasu$375

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
41.8mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Yellow
Black
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
F6922
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
21,600 vph
Jewels
25
22
Complications
None
Day-date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$375

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

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.

Orient Kamasu

Owners widely praise the Orient Kamasu for its excellent value, robust build quality suitable for daily wear, and attractive design featuring applied indices and a sunburst dial. Reviewers and owners consistently highlight its strong lume, hacking and hand-winding movement, sapphire crystal, and sub-42mm dimensions. Some owners note a rattle, a crown that can be hard to grip, and a bezel with noticeable play or a tendency to become sticky. The bracelet is frequently criticized for its hollow end links and pressed clasp, though opinions on its taper vary. Accuracy figures reported by owners range from approximately +15 seconds per day to more precise timekeeping. Overall, owners rate the Orient Kamasu highly for its impressive finishing and features at its price point.

From video reviewers

The Orient Kamasu's compact package makes it suitable for smaller wrists without compromising wrist presence. A notable weakness is that the bracelet is decent but may have some issues, although the reviewer does not elaborate. Reviewers disagree on the value for money, with one highlighting the affordable price and in-house movement, while the other implies a trade-off in value.

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