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Nodus Contrail GMTvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Contrail GMT
NodusContrail GMT
MSRP $900
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Contrail GMT40.5mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Contrail GMT42h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Contrail GMT200m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Contrail GMT$900
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Thickness
11.8mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.6mm
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
Dial Color
Green
Lume
Swiss Super-LumiNova® BGW9 Grade A
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075 GMT
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
42h
40h
Jewels
24
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$900
$499

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What people say

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Nodus Contrail GMT

The Nodus Contrail GMT is praised for its excellent case and bracelet quality, impressive finishing that suggests a much higher price point, and brilliant proportions, making it a well-executed flier-style GMT. Owners and reviewers highlight its slender 40.5mm case, comfortable flat-link bracelet, and 200 meters of water resistance. The Miyota Caliber 9075 movement is noted, with one source reporting accuracy regulated to +/-8 seconds per day. Some find the red Contrail name on the dial and red numerals on the roulette disc difficult to read, and the small crown and large guards may be tedious for some. One user questioned the bidirectional bezel's lack of a 60-minute index despite the existing 24-hour scale. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Nodus Contrail GMT highly for its value and build quality at its price point.

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.

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