Watch Review: The AXIA Time NGA Argos Adds Geospatial Style To A Classic Diver Design
The AXIA Time NGA Argos is a 42mm dive/field watch designed specifically for the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA). Its classic dive watch styling is complemented by features such as a deep blue dial with an engraved topographic relief map and a compass bezel, reflecting the agency's mission. The watch is equipped with a Swiss Sellita SW200 automatic movement and offers a 38-hour power reserve. It includes a 5-link jubilee-style bracelet and a color-matched rubber strap, both of which enhance its versatility and comfort. The design of the NGA Argos incorporates subtle branding elements related to the NGA, including the agency's establishment date and motto, while avoiding overt commercialism. Priced at $1,145, the watch comes with a leather watch roll and an extra strap, making it a well-rounded package for watch enthusiasts. The mix of dive and field watch characteristics, along with the high-quality craftsmanship, makes it appealing not just to NGA employees but to a broader audience interested in a unique timepiece.
