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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMTvsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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Airman No. 1 GMT
GlycineAirman No. 1 GMT
MSRP $2,800
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Airman No. 1 GMT36mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
Airman No. 1 GMT48h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
Airman No. 1 GMT30m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
Airman No. 1 GMT$2,800
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
GMT
Diver
Diameter
36mm
40.5mm
Thickness
11.6mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Bronze
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
30m
200m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Silver
Green
Indices
Applied
Lume
Luminous
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW330-2
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
48h
40h
Complications
GMT, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,800
$499

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What people say

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Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT

Owners widely praise the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical significance and attractive dial. However, some find the 36mm case size to be a bit small, and the GMT hand can be difficult to distinguish from the minute hand. The watch has a very limited 3ATM water resistance. Later versions feature sapphire crystals, differing from earlier plexi models. Overall, owners value the Glycine Airman No. 1 GMT for its historical appeal and dial design, despite minor legibility and sizing concerns.

From video reviewers

The case finishing and dial colors are praised. The value proposition is tied to a sale price, with questions about long-term competitiveness.

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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