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Spinnaker Spence 300vsVaer Design Navy Solar

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Spence 300
SpinnakerSpence 300
MSRP $650
Design Navy Solar
VaerDesign Navy Solar
MSRP $299

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spence 30040mm
Design Navy Solar36mm
Power Reserve
Spence 30040h
Design Navy Solar40h
Water Resistance
Spence 300300m
Design Navy Solar100m
MSRP
Spence 300$650
Design Navy Solar$299

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
40mm
36mm
Thickness
11.5mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
43mm
Water Resistance
300m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Aquamarine
Navy

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$299

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What people say

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Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

Vaer Design Navy Solar

The Vaer Design Navy Solar is praised for its very good fit and finish, pleasant aesthetics, and the practical addition of a screw-down case back and crown. Owners report the lume is bright and the watch is comfortable, even when worn overnight. Overall, owners rate the Vaer Design Navy Solar highly for its comfortable wearability and bright lume.

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