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Venezianico Arsenale UltrablackvsSpinnaker Popeye

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Arsenale Ultrablack
VenezianicoArsenale Ultrablack
MSRP $885
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Arsenale Ultrablack40mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
Arsenale Ultrablack40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
Arsenale Ultrablack100m
Popeye150m
MSRP
Arsenale Ultrablack$885
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
8.95mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Popeye Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9029
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$885
$395

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What people say

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Venezianico Arsenale Ultrablack

The Venezianico Arsenale is widely praised for its exceptional finishing and value, with reviewers highlighting the ridged bezel, case sides, and dynamic Côtes de Genève dial. Owners note its impressive wearability, attributed to a thin 8.95mm case, and some see design cues that evoke more expensive watches. One reviewer points out that the strap-changing mechanism is difficult and the watch lacks lume. Overall, reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale highly for its detailed finishing and wearability at its price point.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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