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Spinnaker Challenger AutomaticvsSugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

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Challenger Automatic
SpinnakerChallenger Automatic
MSRP $289
Tourbillon Master SU8230
SugessTourbillon Master SU8230
MSRP $1,399

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Challenger Automatic42mm
Tourbillon Master SU823041mm
Power Reserve
Challenger Automatic40h
Tourbillon Master SU823040h
Water Resistance
Challenger Automatic200m
Tourbillon Master SU823050m
MSRP
Challenger Automatic$289
Tourbillon Master SU8230$1,399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
19mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.5mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
11mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Yellow Gold/Rose Gold/Bronze
Water Resistance
200m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Display

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Seagull ST8230
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
3 vph
Complications
None
GMT, Moonphase, Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$289
$1,399

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What people say

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Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is widely praised for its fun, playful design, solid build quality, and satisfying bezel action. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and the thoughtful integration of the Popeye theme, with the character serving as the hour and minute hands. Reviewers note the reliable Seiko NH35 movement and 300m water resistance. Some owners find the blue lume weaker than expected, and the ultra-domed sapphire crystal presents challenges for photography. The thick rubber strap is also cited as difficult to manage. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic highly for its unique character integration and solid dive watch fundamentals at its price point.

Sugess Tourbillon Master SU8230

Owners widely praise the Sugess Tourbillon Master for its stunning enamel dial and impressive finishing at its price point. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting -12s/day and another +6 to +11s/day. Caveats include a cumbersome winding crown, limited 50m water resistance, a 21mm lug width, and a non-hacking movement, with one owner noting a power reserve around two days and noticeable resistance when winding. On balance, owners rate the Sugess Tourbillon Master highly for its visually striking dial and finishing, which significantly elevates its perceived value.

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