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Astor + Banks ChronovsSpinnaker Popeye

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

Chrono
Astor + BanksChrono
MSRP $575
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chrono44mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
Chrono40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
Chrono100m
Popeye150m
MSRP
Chrono$575
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Diameter
44mm
43mm
Thickness
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Popeye Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 5050.B
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$575
$395

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What people say

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Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the 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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