Phoibos ArgovsWilliam Wood Valiant
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Measurements
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Argo
Valiant
Diameter
40.5mm
41mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
lowest
49mm
Thickness
12.5mm
lowest
15mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
100m
MSRP
$345
lowest
$820
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
The value at the price point is a strength. The lume brightness was not consistently mentioned as a weakness.
Owners praise the William Wood Valiant's unique, conversation-starting design inspired by British Fire Exit signs, featuring a gunmetal gray PVD-coated 41mm steel case and a strap made from recycled fire hose. Reviewers highlight the playful "Fire Exit man" graphics on the day/date indicators and rotor as notable elements. One owner considers the price of over £900 to be excessive. The watch uses a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and is water-resistant to 100 meters. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the William Wood Valiant for its distinctive theme and use of upcycled materials, despite some finding the price high.
The case finishing is praised for its unique use of upcycled firefighting materials. The price is considered high relative to the movement specifications.
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