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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black AutomaticvsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
Cincinnati Watch CompanyP-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic
MSRP $895
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic38mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic65h
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic100m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic$895
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
10.8mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46.5mm
49mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Screw Down w/ Sapphire Display
Solid

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Domed
Flat
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
TIGER EYE
Indices
Applied
Lume
X1 C3
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-2
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
65h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$895
$520

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What people say

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Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic

Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its sharp finishing, textured pearlescent dial, and excellent lume. The simple, understated design and comfortable 38mm size are also frequently highlighted. Some owners note the bracelet lacks quick micro-adjustments and the quick-release spring bars can dig into the wrist. One owner found the lume blocks potentially thinner and the font on larger numbers less desirable than a standard typeface, though the seconds hand was considered a success. Overall, owners highly recommend the Cincinnati Watch Company P-40 A-11 Pilot Black Automatic for its great craftsmanship and value.

Spinnaker Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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