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Phoibos Argo BronzevsLongines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

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Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
LonginesULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC
MSRP $4,000

At a glance

21 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo Bronze40.5mm
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC40mm
Power Reserve
Argo Bronze40h
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC72h
Water Resistance
Argo Bronze200m
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC30m
MSRP
Argo Bronze$499
ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC$4,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Thickness
12mm
10.95mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
21mm
Material
Bronze
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
200m
30m
Caseback
Solid
Transparent case back with sapphire crystal

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Both sides
Dial Color
Green
Silver
Indices
Applied
Applied indexes

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
L836.6
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
25,200 vph
Power Reserve
40h
72h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds, moon phase display and date indicated by small hand at

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$4,000

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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.

Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC

The Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC is widely praised for its high-beat 5Hz movement, offering superior accuracy and a smooth seconds hand, with reviewers noting its TIMELAB certification for chronometer standards. Owners and reviewers alike commend its faithful retro design, capturing beloved 1960s details with modern relevance and a charming appearance. The bracelet is described as comfortable and refined, featuring a micro-adjustment clasp, and the sunray silver dial with sparkling indices is a notable strength. Some owners, however, find the 11mm thickness detracts from a vintage feel, and there is a desire for a no-date version. The 40mm case wears larger than expected, with many suggesting the 37mm version offers superior wearability and fit for most wrists, and its 50m water resistance is considered not exceptional. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Longines ULTRA-CHRON CLASSIC highly for its accurate high-frequency movement and successful retro design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's high-beat movement, certified by TimeLab Geneva as an Ultra-Chronometer, is a notable feature. The relatively high price compared to its competitors is a drawback. Reviewers disagree on the optimal case size, with one reviewer mentioning 41mm and 43mm, and the other mentioning 37mm and 40mm.

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