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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830vsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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Promaster Skyhawk U830
CitizenPromaster Skyhawk U830
MSRP $596
Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Promaster Skyhawk U83043mm
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Power Reserve
Promaster Skyhawk U83040h
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Promaster Skyhawk U830200m
Fleuss Chronograph100m
MSRP
Promaster Skyhawk U830$596
Fleuss Chronograph$325

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Pilot
Chronograph
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
U830
Seiko VK64

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$596
$325

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What people say

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Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830

The Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 is praised for its updated 43mm titanium case, legible memory-in-pixel display, and cleaner, less cluttered design compared to previous versions. Reviewers highlight its versatile contemporary look and enhanced functionality from the caliber U830, while owners appreciate the MIP display and screw-down caseback. Some users find the interface clunky and the face busy, particularly noting the "calendar" label and the lack of radio or GPS time synchronization, with one owner finding the 45mm size and busy subdials less useful for non-pilots. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk U830 highly for its impressive technology and improved legibility in a contemporary package.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

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