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Phoibos Argo BronzevsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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Argo Bronze
PhoibosArgo Bronze
MSRP $499
Challenger Automatic
SpinnakerChallenger Automatic
MSRP $289

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Argo Bronze40.5mm
Challenger Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Argo Bronze40h
Challenger Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Argo Bronze200m
Challenger Automatic200m
MSRP
Argo Bronze$499
Challenger Automatic$289

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40.5mm
42mm
Thickness
12mm
19mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Bronze
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$289

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What people say

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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.

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is widely praised for its fun, playful design, solid build quality, and satisfying bezel action. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and the thoughtful integration of the Popeye theme, with the character serving as the hour and minute hands. Reviewers note the reliable Seiko NH35 movement and 300m water resistance. Some owners find the blue lume weaker than expected, and the ultra-domed sapphire crystal presents challenges for photography. The thick rubber strap is also cited as difficult to manage. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic highly for its unique character integration and solid dive watch fundamentals at its price point.

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