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Seiko King Seiko VANACvsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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King Seiko VANAC
SeikoKing Seiko VANAC
MSRP $3,850
Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299

At a glance

15 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
King Seiko VANAC41mm
Fleuss GMT43mm
Power Reserve
King Seiko VANAC72h
Fleuss GMT40h
Water Resistance
King Seiko VANAC100m
Fleuss GMT150m
MSRP
King Seiko VANAC$3,850
Fleuss GMT$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
GMT
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
14.3mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45.1mm
51mm
Lug Width
17mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Box
Flat
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
8L45
Seiko NH34A
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
35
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$3,850
$299

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What people say

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Seiko King Seiko VANAC

Owners widely praise the King Seiko VANAC's sharp case lines, intricate finishing, and unique 1970s aesthetic, with many highlighting the striking dial colors and premium feel. Reviewers note the 41mm titanium case, box sapphire crystal, 100m water resistance, and the 72-hour power reserve of the 8L45 movement, rated to -5/+10 seconds per day. Some owners find the bracelet design could be improved with a narrower taper, and the watch's thickness is a concern for some, particularly given its price point. The consensus is that the King Seiko VANAC offers a distinctive vintage-inspired design and quality finishing, making it a compelling, albeit polarizing, choice.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

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