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Phoibos ArgovsGrand Seiko SBGX353

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Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
SBGX353
Grand SeikoSBGX353
MSRP $4,100

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
SBGX35334mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
SBGX35340h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
SBGX35330m
MSRP
Argo$345
SBGX353$4,100

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
34mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Yellow
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
9F61
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$4,100

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What people say

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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.

Grand Seiko SBGX353

The Grand Seiko SBGX353 is widely praised for its mesmerizing "Skyflake" textured blue dial, considered by owners to be "perfect art." Reviewers and owners alike highlight the watch's elegant 34mm case size and the advanced 9F61 quartz movement, noting its exceptional ±10 seconds per year accuracy and precise second-hand alignment. Some owners find the dial's aesthetic appeal slightly diminished when worn compared to other options, and one owner replaced the quick-release buckle for a Hirsch clasp. Overall, owners rate the Grand Seiko SBGX353 highly for its exquisite dial finishing and the precision of its quartz movement at its price point.

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