Spinnaker Bradner AutomaticvsDuxot Tortuga

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Spinnaker Bradner Automatic at true scale

Bradner Automatic

Duxot Tortuga at true scale

Tortuga

Diameter

42mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

lowest

52mm

Thickness

15mm

14mm

lowest

Water Resistance

180m

200m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

42h

MSRP

$420

$280

lowest

Movement

Miyota 8215

Automatic

Case

6 specs
Diameter
42mm
45mm
Thickness
15mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
52mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
180m
200m

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8215
n/a
Power Reserve
0h
42h
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$420
$280
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Reviews

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

Spinnaker Bradner Automatic

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Noir Radiance offers acceptable quality for its price, with some praising its band and color. However, reviewers and owners consistently flag the bezel as difficult to use. One owner found the overall quality okay but not stellar, noting that some Spinnaker models can appear over-designed. The Seiko NH35 movement is seen as common for the price point, with some suggesting a lower price would be more appropriate. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Noir Radiance as acceptable for its price, primarily due to its band and color, despite noted usability issues with the bezel.

Duxot Tortuga

Owners widely praise the Duxot Tortuga's cool, unique look and trustworthy 200m water resistance, attributing this to its screw-down crown. Some owners find the bezel visually appealing, though one notes it feels cheaper than alternatives. The Duxot Tortuga is considered good quality Chinese manufacturing with a reliable automatic movement, offering good value for the price, though some believe it is slightly overpriced. On balance, owners rate the Duxot Tortuga well for its unique aesthetics and reliable build at its price point.