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Spinnaker PopeyevsSchofield Obscura

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

Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395
Obscura
SchofieldObscura
MSRP $12,139

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Popeye43mm
Obscura44mm
Power Reserve
Popeye40h
Obscura57h
Water Resistance
Popeye150m
Obscura200m
MSRP
Popeye$395
Obscura$12,139

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Sport
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
13mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
52.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
24mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Damascus Steel
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Popeye Blue
Dark Grey
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Unitas 6498-2
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
40h
57h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$12,139

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What people say

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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.

Schofield Obscura

The Schofield Obscura is recognized for its unique Damascus steel case with a textured, reptile-scale or cellular finish and a multi-level dial enhanced by vibrant, multi-emission Super-LumiNova. This hand-wound timepiece is powered by a Unitas/ETA 6498-2 movement, visible through smoked sapphire crystals. It is limited to 40 pieces and priced around £9,558. On balance, reviewers highlight the Schofield Obscura's distinctive case and dial as its primary draw, making it a notable piece for collectors.

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