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Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)vsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Skyfighter (Refurbished)
HelgraySkyfighter (Refurbished)
MSRP $199
Wreck Automatic
SpinnakerWreck Automatic
MSRP $189

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skyfighter (Refurbished)42mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Skyfighter (Refurbished)40h
Wreck Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Skyfighter (Refurbished)50m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Skyfighter (Refurbished)$199
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Pilot
Diver
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Swiss-Made Ronda 5021.D Strap
SII NH35A
Type
Quartz
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$199
$189

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What people say

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Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished)

Owners widely praise the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) for its handsome, sporty yet understated design, finding it versatile and good value at its price point. One owner notes the watch is in excellent condition with no marks on the case or crystal, and only minor scuffs on the caseback. However, the brand faces criticism for poor build quality, low-quality movements, and a lack of customer service. On balance, owners find the Helgray Skyfighter (Refurbished) to be a versatile and well-priced quartz chronograph, despite concerns about the brand's overall quality and service.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

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