Which is cheaper, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $289, against $2,754 for the Sinn 6068 — a $2,465 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic?

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic wears larger at 42mm versus 38.5mm for the Sinn 6068 — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic?

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Sinn 6068.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic?

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

What movement does the Sinn 6068 run compared to the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sinn 6068 uses the SW 300-1 and the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Sinn 6068vsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

challenger-automatic-depth-blue-sp-5159-11

MSRP $289

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

606838.5mm

Challenger Automatic42mm

Power Reserve

606838h

Challenger Automatic40h

Water Resistance

6068100m

Challenger Automatic200m

MSRP

6068$2,754

Challenger Automatic$289

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Blue

Lume

Luminescent

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW 300-1

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Complications

GMT, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,754

$289

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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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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