Which is cheaper, the Phoibos Argo or the Tissot Tradition?

At MSRP the Phoibos Argo is the cheaper of the two at $345, against $450 for the Tissot Tradition — a $105 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Phoibos Argo or the Tissot Tradition?

The Tissot Tradition wears larger at 42mm versus 40.5mm for the Phoibos Argo — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Phoibos Argo or the Tissot Tradition?

The Phoibos Argo is rated to 200m versus 30m for the Tissot Tradition.

What movement does the Phoibos Argo run compared to the Tissot Tradition?

The Phoibos Argo runs a automatic caliber (SII NH35), while the Tissot Tradition runs a quartz.

Side by side

Phoibos ArgovsTissot Tradition

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

Phoibos Argo

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MSRP $345

Tissot Tradition

t0636103603800

MSRP $450

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Argo40.5mm

Tradition42mm

Power Reserve

Argo40h

Tradition40h

Water Resistance

Argo200m

Tradition30m

MSRP

Argo$345

Tradition$450

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

5 specs

Crystal Shape

Flat

Domed

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Yellow

Silver

Indices

Applied

Roman and indexes

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

SII NH35

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Type

Automatic

Quartz

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$345

$450

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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.

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Tissot Tradition

Owners widely praise the Tissot Tradition for its comfortable wearability, specifically citing its 7.5mm slim case. One owner found the Tissot Tradition served him well after his first watch broke. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Tradition highly for its slim and comfortable case design.

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