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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsSpinnaker Wreck Automatic

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic's wearability, with the 42mm case considered comfortable even on smaller wrists, and its bracelet is noted as superior to alternatives. Reviewers and owners alike highlight the attractive dial colors, such as the praised green and sunburst blue, and the satisfying click of the ceramic bezel. Some owners find the polished center links too flashy, opting to brush them, and the watch's power reserve of 38-42 hours is considered normal by some, while others find it disappointing for a luxury timepiece. Accuracy reports vary, with one owner noting theirs runs about +6 seconds per day, while another reported a different model running nearly a minute fast per day, which other users suggested was abnormal. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its comfortable wearability and attractive dial options, despite some finding its power reserve short.

Spinnaker Wreck Automatic

The Spinnaker Wreck Automatic is widely praised for its exceptional value, featuring a distressed finish on its aluminum bezel and etched dial. Owners consistently highlight the excellent bezel and crown action, with one owner noting it surpasses that of many higher-end watches. The 43mm steel case is water-resistant to 100 meters and houses a Seiko NH-35 automatic movement with a 42-hour power reserve. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Wreck Automatic highly for its impressive build quality and tactile feel at its price point.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Automatic42mm
Wreck Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Wreck Automatic
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Wreck Automatic200m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$25,400
Wreck Automatic$189

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
12.56mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
18kt Pink Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
NH35
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$25,400
$189
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