Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41vsSpinnaker Fleuss GMT

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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.

Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 at true scale

Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT at true scale

Fleuss GMT

Diameter

41mm

43mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

51mm

Thickness

11.7mm

lowest

13mm

Water Resistance

30m

150m

highest

Power Reserve

42h

n/a

MSRP

$6,450

$299

lowest

Movement

Breitling 32

Seiko NH34

Case

7 specs
Diameter
41mm
43mm
Thickness
11.65mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
51mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
n/a
Water Resistance
30m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 32
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
42h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
GMT
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,450
$299
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Reviews

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

Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41

Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 for its refined and elegant design, iconic Navitimer aesthetic with a beaded bezel and slide rule, and a less busy dial in a smaller 41mm case. Many appreciate its quality, with one owner comparing it favorably to Omega. The watch is considered a good daily wear due to its slimmer profile and polished case and bracelet. Some owners find the clasp difficult to undo initially, though it reportedly breaks in. While some find the 30m water resistance limiting for a daily watch, others are thrilled with their purchase years later, noting the significant price difference compared to higher-end models. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic GMT 41 highly for its iconic design and refined daily wearability at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable, light wearability, especially considering its affordable price point, highlighting its textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating as stunning features. However, the watch faces criticism for its large 43mm case size, with some describing it as a "hockey puck," and a "jingly jangly" Beads of Rice bracelet with a pressed clasp, which is considered not finely finished. Some users also noted the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value, particularly when found on discount.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Fleuss GMT's Seiko NH34 movement is a recurring positive point. Reviewers also noted the watch's attractive colorways and comfortable wear. No shared weaknesses were identified across the reviews.

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