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Phoibos ArgovsOrient Bambino Solar Quartz

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
Bambino Solar Quartz
OrientBambino Solar Quartz
MSRP $265

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
Bambino Solar Quartz38.4mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
Bambino Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
Bambino Solar Quartz30m
MSRP
Argo$345
Bambino Solar Quartz$265

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
38.4mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43.5mm
Water Resistance
200m
30m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Mineral
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Yellow
White
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
VS213
Type
Automatic
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$265

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What people say

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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.

Orient Bambino Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz for its nice finishing and value, with one owner noting it was worth the $220 spent. However, reviewers consistently flag the mineral crystal as a significant drawback, prone to scratches and abrasions. One owner reports the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz wears thinner due to its lighter movement and less robust construction. Overall, owners rate the Orient Bambino Solar Quartz highly for its finishing and value, despite the mineral crystal's susceptibility to scratches.

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