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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsVaer DS4 Meridian Solar

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Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
DS4 Meridian Solar
VaerDS4 Meridian Solar
MSRP $279

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
DS4 Meridian Solar42mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
DS4 Meridian Solar40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
DS4 Meridian Solar200m
MSRP
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450
DS4 Meridian Solar$279

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11mm
10.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Water Resistance
150m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Coral
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$279

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar for its exceptional value, solar-powered functionality, and attractive sunburst dials, with one owner reporting perfect timekeeping at 0 seconds per day. Reviewers and owners alike note the sapphire crystal with AR coating and 200m water resistance as key strengths. However, the premium steel bracelet is criticized by some for a jangly feel and sharp edges, and the crown's sharp edges can dig into the wrist. The second hand's alignment between markers is reported as slightly off by multiple owners, a trait Vaer attributes to the watch's price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Vaer DS4 Meridian Solar highly for its excellent value and robust specifications, particularly its solar movement and durable crystal.

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