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Phoibos ArgovsNorqain Wild ONE JP 42mm

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Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
Wild ONE JP 42mm
NorqainWild ONE JP 42mm
MSRP $5,593

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
Wild ONE JP 42mm42mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
Wild ONE JP 42mm70h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
Wild ONE JP 42mm200m
MSRP
Argo$345
Wild ONE JP 42mm$5,593

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12.5mm
12.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Carbon
Finish
Brushed and polished
NORTEQ

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Yellow
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
Manufacture Calibre NN20/1
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$5,593

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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.

Norqain Wild ONE JP 42mm

The Norqain Wild ONE JP 42mm is praised for its innovative NORTEQ carbon composite case, which makes it exceptionally light at 84 grams and durable, housing a reliable, chronometer-certified Kenissi NN20/1 movement with a 70-hour power reserve. Reviewers highlight its comfortable and lightweight wearability, excellent legibility due to X1 Super-LumiNova on hands and markers, and a layered dial with a repeating double-N logo pattern. The watch offers 200m water resistance and shock absorption, making it suitable for active wear. However, its 49.4mm lug-to-lug length means it is not a compact watch, and its busy dial and strap patterns are seen as potentially narrowing its appeal, with a suggestion that less ornamentation could lead to a more refined aesthetic. The luxury price of US$7,450 is noted as a significant factor.

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