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Phoibos Argo BronzevsPhoibos Narwhal

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Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499
Narwhal
PhoibosNarwhal
MSRP $509

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Narwhal38mm
Power Reserve
Argo Bronze40h
Narwhal40h
Water Resistance
Argo Bronze200m
Narwhal200m
MSRP
Argo Bronze$499
Narwhal$509

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
38mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
46mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Green
Malachite

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$509

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What people say

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Phoibos Argo Bronze

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Argo Bronze for its appealing design, natural patina development, and the smooth sweep of its Miyota 9015 movement. One owner highlights the watch as a "wearable piece of art," appreciating its color combinations and overall feel. The included band is noted as a good fit for narrow wrists. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Argo Bronze highly for its aesthetic appeal and the quality of its movement.

Phoibos Narwhal

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Narwhal's 38mm size and slim 11.5mm height for a 200m diver, noting it wears well on smaller wrists and its case shape resembles an integrated bracelet. The aventurine and Howlite dials are described as captivating, and some appreciate the contrast finishing and retro looks. However, some owners criticize misaligned markers and a tilted date window, with one owner finding the hands thick and popsicle-style. The value proposition is debated, with some finding it a good buy at $390 but others considering $480-$490 too much due to a slabby design and difficult-to-size bracelet. On balance, owners find the Phoibos Narwhal appealing for its design and wearability, though quality control and pricing are points of contention for some.

From video reviewers

The unique stone dial is a significant strength. The bracelet's refinement is a weakness. Reviewers disagree on the dial's appeal, with one highlighting its sunburst effect and applied indices, while another focuses on the natural stone variation.

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