Which is cheaper, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Spence 300 is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $985 for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a $335 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

The Spinnaker Spence 300 wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Venezianico Arsenale 37.

What movement does the Venezianico Arsenale 37 run compared to the Spinnaker Spence 300?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Venezianico Arsenale 37 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Spinnaker Spence 300 uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Venezianico Arsenale 37vsSpinnaker Spence 300

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

Venezianico Arsenale 37

arsenale-37-6121501c

MSRP $985

Spinnaker Spence 300

spence-300-automatic-aquamarine-sp-5097-aa

MSRP $650

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arsenale 3737mm

Spence 30040mm

Power Reserve

Arsenale 3740h

Spence 30040h

Water Resistance

Arsenale 37100m

Spence 300300m

MSRP

Arsenale 37$985

Spence 300$650

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Aquamarine

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$985

$650

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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.

Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

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Fratello

Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

Fratello

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