Which is cheaper, the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Spence 300 is the cheaper of the two at $650, against $2,400 for the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic — a $1,750 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

The Spinnaker Spence 300 wears larger at 40mm versus 28mm for the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic — a 12mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic or the Spinnaker Spence 300?

The Spinnaker Spence 300 carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic.

What movement does the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic run compared to the Spinnaker Spence 300?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic uses the T201 and the Spinnaker Spence 300 uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

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MSRP $2,400

Spinnaker Spence 300

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MSRP $650

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

1926 28mm Automatic28mm

Spence 30040mm

Power Reserve

1926 28mm Automatic38h

Spence 30040h

Water Resistance

1926 28mm Automatic100m

Spence 300300m

MSRP

1926 28mm Automatic$2,400

Spence 300$650

Full specifications

Case

9 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Silver

Aquamarine

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

T201

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,400

$650

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

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Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

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