Phoibos ArgovsYema Diver
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Measurements
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Argo
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
39.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Thickness
12.5mm
10.9mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
MSRP
$345
lowest
$990
Movement
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
1 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.
One owner reported a water ingress issue on their Yema Diver the first time it got wet in a lake, despite rinsing and inspecting the watch and bezel. Another owner noted that this manual wind Yema Diver, while featuring a cool patina, is unlikely to be waterproof or gain value, positioning it as a fun second watch rather than an investment. Overall, owners view the Yema Diver as a fun second watch rather than an investment, with one owner experiencing a water ingress issue.
The Swiss Sellita movement is a notable feature. Reviewers did not reach a consensus on any weaknesses.
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