Phoibos ArgovsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Phoibos Argo at true scale

Argo

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic at true scale

Fleuss 40 Automatic

Diameter

40.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

47mm

lowest

Thickness

12.5mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

highest

150m

MSRP

$345

lowest

$450

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
Yellow
Coral
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$450
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Reviews

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 well-executed compressor-style design and appealing color combinations, with one owner noting the bronze model develops attractive patina. Some owners find the included strap a better fit than metal bracelets for narrower wrists. One owner notes the watch can be a little noisy. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo highly for its distinctive design and wearability at its price point.

From video reviewers

The value at the price point is a strength. The lume brightness was not consistently mentioned as a weakness.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is noted as a good size for smaller wrists, with one owner finding it comfortable on a 6.25-inch wrist. However, the lume is considered too diffuse for easy nighttime reading of the hands. The pilot-style crown is an unusual design choice for a dive watch. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic to be a well-sized and comfortable watch with a unique crown design.

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