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Phoibos ArgovsFormex Stratos UTC

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

Argo
PhoibosArgo
MSRP $345
Stratos UTC
FormexStratos UTC
MSRP $4,663

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo40.5mm
Stratos UTC41mm
Power Reserve
Argo40h
Stratos UTC42h
Water Resistance
Argo200m
Stratos UTC100m
MSRP
Argo$345
Stratos UTC$4,663

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
GMT
Diameter
40.5mm
41mm
Thickness
12.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Yellow
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35
ETA 2892
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$345
$4,663

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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.

Formex Stratos UTC

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Formex Stratos UTC for its user-friendly flyer GMT complication, which utilizes pushers for time-zone adjustments, and its slim 11.8mm case. The watch is noted for its intricate, hand-finished case with a multi-layer construction and excellent finishing, along with a unique two-level case design. The Dubois-Depraz module on an ETA 2892 movement is a highlight, with accuracy figures ranging from +/- 5 to +/- 7 seconds per day. However, some find the dial busy with multiple typefaces and the overall design too complex or "plug ugly," with the price near €4000 considered high by some for a newer brand. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Stratos UTC highly for its innovative GMT functionality and excellent case finishing at its price point.

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