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Phoibos ArgovsSeiko King Seiko KSK

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

Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
King Seiko KSK
SeikoKing Seiko KSK
MSRP $3,300

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
King Seiko KSK38.6mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
King Seiko KSK45h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
King Seiko KSK50m
MSRP
Argo$345
King Seiko KSK$3,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40.5mm
38.6mm
Thickness
12.5mm
10.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
45.8mm
Lug Width
20mm
19mm
Water Resistance
200m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Box
AR Coating
Yes
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
Yellow
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
6L35
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
26

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$3,300

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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.

Seiko King Seiko KSK

Owners and reviewers widely praise the King Seiko KSK for its exceptional dial and case finishing, often compared to higher-end brands, and its slim, retro design. The use of the Calibre 6L35 movement in some variants is seen as a significant upgrade, contributing to a refined feel, while others note the bracelet is unusually nice and the case offers a mix of brushed and polished finishes with sharp angles. However, some owners question the value proposition, citing misaligned screws and clasp components on their examples, and the standard 6R movement in some models is criticized as a disappointment for the price point. Accuracy figures range from +15/-10 seconds per day to +5 to +7 seconds per day, and water resistance is rated at 5 BAR or 50 meters. Overall, owners and reviewers find the King Seiko KSK to be a beautiful and classy watch with fantastic finishing, though some are divided on its value and movement choice at its price point.

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