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Alexander James Watches A3 OmenvsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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A3 Omen
Alexander James WatchesA3 Omen
MSRP $650
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
What people say

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Alexander James Watches A3 Omen

Owners widely praise the Alexander James Watches A3 for its exceptional value, with one owner calling the $75 price a steal, especially with a gold milanese bracelet. The dial's ability to shift appearance under different lighting conditions is a frequently admired trait, and the BGW9 Superluminova is described as great, though not the brightest. One owner noted the 39mm case diameter and 20mm lug width. Overall, owners rate the Alexander James Watches A3 highly for its striking dial and remarkable value proposition.

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.

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
A3 Omen38mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
A3 Omen40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
A3 Omen100m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
A3 Omen$650
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
10.4mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Coral

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Seiko NH35

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$450
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