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Phoibos ArgovsTissot Telemeter 1938

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

Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
Telemeter 1938
TissotTelemeter 1938
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
Telemeter 193842mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
Telemeter 193868h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
Telemeter 193830m
MSRP
Argo$345
Telemeter 1938$2,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
13.85mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
42mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
Dial Color
Yellow
Silver
Indices
Applied
Arabic
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
Valjoux A05.231
Power Reserve
40h
68h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$2,400

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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.

Tissot Telemeter 1938

The Tissot Telemeter 1938 is widely praised for its vintage-inspired aesthetic, handsome dial finishing, and value as a mechanical chronograph. Owners and reviewers highlight its balanced dial, the "old-looking" vintage logo, and the attractive two-tone dial variations. The Valjoux A05.231 movement is noted for its 68-hour power reserve, though one owner describes its feel as "alive" and "like its engine." The double-sided anti-reflective coating and the way sunlight interacts with the hands are also appreciated. However, the 42mm case size is frequently cited as being too large for a retro-inspired watch, with many wishing for a smaller option, and its 30-meter water resistance is considered poor. The pusher feel is described as sharp, though slightly stiff, and one reviewer found the Tissot branding on the dial and crown excessive.

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