Which is cheaper, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $2,625 for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a $2,200 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie?

The Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie wears larger at 43mm versus 39.5mm for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) — a 3.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) or the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie?

The Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie is rated to 150m versus 15m for the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event).

What movement does the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) run compared to the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) uses the La Joux-Perret G101 and the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)vsSpinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

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

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

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MSRP $2,625

Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

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MSRP $425

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Date Boutique Edition (event)39.5mm

Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie43mm

Power Reserve

Date Boutique Edition (event)40h

Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie40h

Water Resistance

Date Boutique Edition (event)15m

Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie150m

MSRP

Date Boutique Edition (event)$2,625

Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

Date Boutique Edition (Event)

Blue

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

La Joux-Perret G101

SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,625

$425

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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.

Fears Date Boutique Edition (event)

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) for its exquisite dial work, featuring a dark, moody green on a silver-coated dial with hand-painted varnish. The 40mm model's central second hand and stepped dial contribute to its appeal, with both sizes praised for comfortable wearability due to their thickness and short lugs. One owner notes the mallard green color lacked luster in person compared to photos. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Fears Date Boutique Edition (event) highly for its dial finishing and comfortable wearability.

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Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

Owners widely report a split on the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie's build quality, with some finding it disappointing due to issues like misaligned bezels or indices, while others praise its robust construction. The watch features a blue mother-of-pearl dial with a hidden Nessie silhouette, powered by a Miyota 8245 movement and priced at $425. One owner noted the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie felt a bit large. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie offers good value with unique design elements that celebrate its theme without being overly cartoonish.

From video reviewers

The blue Mother-of-Pearl dial with "Nessie" easter eggs is a distinctive design element. The 43mm case size may be substantial for smaller wrists.

Fratello

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