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Spinnaker FleussvsSeiko Essentials Solar

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Fleuss
SpinnakerFleuss
MSRP $179
Essentials Solar
SeikoEssentials Solar
MSRP $375

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss43mm
Essentials Solar30.5mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss40h
Essentials Solar40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss150m
Essentials Solar
MSRP
Fleuss$179
Essentials Solar$375

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
43mm
30.5mm
Thickness
13mm
6.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
37.7mm
Lug Width
22mm
12mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
Splash Resistant

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Hardlex
Crystal Shape
Flat
Curved
Dial Color
Lumber Black
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
V115
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179
$375

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

Seiko Essentials Solar

Owners find the Seiko Essentials Solar a beautiful and lightweight daily wear, particularly for its value on the grey market. One owner noted the 41mm size did not appear large in person. A single owner reported an orange stripe on a stopwatch button detached due to heat. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Essentials Solar highly for its attractive aesthetic and comfortable wearability at its price point.

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