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Spinnaker HullvsTudor Black Bay

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

Hull
SpinnakerHull
MSRP $159
Black Bay
TudorBlack Bay

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hull42mm
Black Bay41mm
Power Reserve
Hull40h
Black Bay70h
Water Resistance
Hull100m
Black Bay200m
MSRP
Hull$159
Black Bay

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
41mm
Thickness
15mm
14.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.5mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished + Satin
Water Resistance
100m
200m
Caseback
Solid
Engraved

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Volcanic Black
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
MT5602
Power Reserve
40h
70h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$159

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Spinnaker Hull

The Spinnaker Hull is widely praised by owners for its textured or deep sandwich dials, bold cushion case design, and vintage charm, with one owner finding its jubilee bracelet superior to Seiko's. The meca-quartz movement is a common feature, and the watch offers 100m water resistance. However, the 24-hour subdial is considered functionally illogical and visually unappealing by one owner, and the mineral crystal is noted as a drawback compared to sapphire. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull highly for its significant style and value at its budget price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's lume is a strong point. Reviewers noted the absence of a sapphire crystal as a drawback.

Tudor Black Bay

Owners widely praise the Tudor Black Bay for its comfortable wearability, robust build, and vintage-inspired aesthetics, with specific mentions of its satisfying winding feel and sturdy bezel action. Reviewers highlight the 39mm Black Bay 58's comfortable size and thinness, while others note the 41mm Master Chronometer's reliable timekeeping and magnetic resistance. Some owners find the GMT hand difficult to distinguish in low light. A recurring point of contention across multiple sources is the lack of on-the-fly micro-adjustment on the bracelet, though some find aftermarket solutions adequate. One owner reported the watch losing two minutes a day after six years, requiring a service. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tudor Black Bay highly for its blend of vintage charm, modern robustness, and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The COSC-certified accuracy of the movement is a notable strength. The 14.7mm to 14.8mm thickness is cited as a potential drawback. Reviewers are divided on whether the newer models represent a departure from the Black Bay's heritage design.

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