Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Bradner or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Bradner is the cheaper of the two at $179, against $399 for the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 — a $220 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Bradner or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Spinnaker Bradner wears larger at 42mm versus 38mm for the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Bradner or the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

The Zelos Swordfish Field 38 is rated to 200m versus 180m for the Spinnaker Bradner.

What movement does the Spinnaker Bradner run compared to the Zelos Swordfish Field 38?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Bradner uses the SII NH35A and the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 uses the Seiko NH35.

Side by side

Spinnaker BradnervsZelos Swordfish Field 38

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

Spinnaker Bradner

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MSRP $179

Zelos Swordfish Field 38

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MSRP $399

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Bradner42mm

Swordfish Field 3838mm

Power Reserve

Bradner40h

Swordfish Field 3840h

Water Resistance

Bradner180m

Swordfish Field 38200m

MSRP

Bradner$179

Swordfish Field 38$399

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Tidal Blue

Bronze

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

SII NH35A

Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$179

$399

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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.

Spinnaker Bradner

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Bradner's vibrant dials and excellent lume on indices and bezel, with one owner noting comfortable wearability on a 7-inch wrist. Reviewers flag imprecise finishing on the minute ring and an inner bezel crown that rotates too easily, while some owners report the internal rotating bezel does not stay in position. The watch features a Seiko NH35 movement with a 41-hour power reserve and is priced around $390-$430 USD. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Bradner to be a fun, affordable diver, with its vibrant dials and strong lume being key selling points.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Atlantic Blue's reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a key strength. The watch's lume performance is somewhat lacking, which may be a trade-off for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's bezel action, with one reviewer praising it as smooth and precise, while the other two do not mention it.

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Zelos Swordfish Field 38

Owners widely praise the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 for its comfortable dimensions, noting they are acceptable both on paper and in practice. The Seiko NH35 movement is highlighted for its exceptionally smooth winding feel. On balance, owners rate the Zelos Swordfish Field 38 highly for its value and comfortable wearability.

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