Which is cheaper, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $450, against $2,754 for the Sinn 6068 — a $2,304 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 38.5mm for the Sinn 6068 — a 1.5mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Sinn 6068.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Sinn 6068 or the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic?

The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Sinn 6068.

What movement does the Sinn 6068 run compared to the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Sinn 6068 uses the SW 300-1 and the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic uses the SII NH35A.

Side by side

Sinn 6068vsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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

Sinn 6068

6068

MSRP $2,754

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

fleuss-40-automatic-145th-limited-edition-coral-red-sp-5133-77

MSRP $450

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

606838.5mm

Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

606838h

Fleuss 40 Automatic40h

Water Resistance

6068100m

Fleuss 40 Automatic150m

MSRP

6068$2,754

Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

8 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal Shape

—

Flat

AR Coating

Underside

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Coral

Lume

Luminescent

None

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW 300-1

SII NH35A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Complications

GMT, Date

None

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,754

$450

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Sinn 6068

Owners widely praise the Sinn 6068 for its clean aesthetic and compact size, fitting well under a dress cuff. One owner sold theirs due to insufficient wrist time. A user notes the GMT hand on the 6060 variant is not fully independent. Overall, owners rate the Sinn 6068 highly for its blend of classy and functional design suitable for everyday wear.

From video reviewers

The watch's 12-hour UTC function is a notable feature, allowing for the display of two time zones on a 12-hour basis. The watch's lume brightness is a weakness, with reviewers noting that the luminous paint on the hands and appliqués is not particularly strong. Reviewers disagree on the watch's overall appearance, with one reviewer mentioning a sleek appearance due to the polished stainless steel case, while the other reviewer does not provide a description of the watch's appearance.

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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.

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