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Ikepod HemipodevsPhoibos Argo

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Hemipode
IkepodHemipode
MSRP $11,869
Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hemipode40mm
Argo40.5mm
Power Reserve
Hemipode40h
Argo40h
Water Resistance
Hemipode100m
Argo200m
MSRP
Hemipode$11,869
Argo$345

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
40mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
12.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Yellow
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,869
$345

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What people say

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Ikepod Hemipode

Owners praise the Ikepod Hemipode's comfortable wearability, with one owner finding the 44mm case manageable on a 6.75" wrist due to its design reducing virtual lug-to-lug length. The chronograph features a modified, COSC-certified Valjoux 7750 movement with a second timezone display. Reviewers highlight its distinctive, UFO-like, disc-shaped 44mm case, designed by Marc Newson, which appeared massive in the late 90s and is described as a maximalist take on a minimalist idea. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Ikepod Hemipode for its unique, bold design and comfortable wearability despite its substantial size.

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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