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Oris Big Crown DiamondsvsPhoibos Argo

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Big Crown Diamonds
OrisBig Crown Diamonds
MSRP $3,300
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Big Crown Diamonds34mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Big Crown Diamonds42 hoursh
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Big Crown Diamonds50m
Argo200m
MSRP
Big Crown Diamonds$3,300
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
34mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
17mm
20mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
50m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Yellow
Indices
Applied
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
531
SII NH35
Beat Rate
4 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
42 hoursh
40h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,300
$345

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What people say

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Oris Big Crown Diamonds

Owners widely praise the Oris Big Crown Diamonds for its timeless design, vintage charm, and recognizable details like cathedral hands and the pointer date function. Reviewers highlight the stunning gradient dial and the "Bullseye" tuxedo dial as particularly beautiful. The 38mm case is considered versatile, and the watch offers remarkable value. However, some owners note the standard Sellita movement has a short power reserve and plain finishing, and the strap is not durable. A reviewer points out slightly imperfect Super-LumiNova printing on the hour numerals, and one owner finds the two-tone bracelet overly flashy. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Oris Big Crown Diamonds highly for its unique design and value at its price point.

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.

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