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Hemel HFT20vsPhoibos Argo Bronze

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HFT20
HemelHFT20
MSRP $450
Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
HFT2042mm
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Power Reserve
HFT2040h
Argo Bronze40h
Water Resistance
HFT20100m
Argo Bronze200m
MSRP
HFT20$450
Argo Bronze$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40.5mm
Thickness
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
48mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Bronze
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Miyota 9015
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$499

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What people say

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Hemel HFT20

The Hemel HFT20 Chronograph is praised for its legible matte black dial, sapphire crystal, and the satisfying sweep of its chronograph hand, powered by the Seiko VK64 meca-quartz movement. Reviewers note its convenient wearability, with a 42mm case that wears well due to its 49mm lug-to-lug measurement, and a comfortable, well-made leather strap. However, its 16mm thickness is considered slightly more than ideal for the movement, and the chronograph minutes sub-dial does not precisely jump. Overall, reviewers find the Hemel HFT20 to be an accessible and modern interpretation of vintage designs, offering good value at $449.

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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