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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38vsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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Super Chronomat Automatic 38
BreitlingSuper Chronomat Automatic 38
MSRP $11,100
Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325
What people say

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Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38

Owners widely praise the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its unique 38mm size, beautiful dial, and highly polished case and bracelet. Some owners, however, note the bracelet would benefit from micro-adjustment for a better fit, and a few express concern that the case feels substantial. One owner reported inconsistent power reserve, barely reaching 36 hours, and poor timekeeping that persisted after service attempts. Overall, owners appreciate the Breitling Super Chronomat Automatic 38 for its striking aesthetics and distinctive sizing, despite some concerns regarding bracelet adjustability and reported timekeeping issues.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838mm
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Power Reserve
Super Chronomat Automatic 3838h
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Super Chronomat Automatic 38100m
Fleuss Chronograph100m
MSRP
Super Chronomat Automatic 38$11,100
Fleuss Chronograph$325

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
38mm
43mm
Thickness
11.88mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Seiko VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
0 vph
28,800 vph
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
0
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$11,100
$325
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