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Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 AutomaticvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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What people say

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

Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic for its attractive, well-executed polished steel case and ceramic bezel, with the 42mm size offering good legibility and comfort for many, though some find it pushes the limits of smaller wrists. The blue dial, polished indices, and steel mesh bracelet are frequently highlighted for their balanced aesthetic, and dial printing, date wheel, and hand alignment are noted as clean. One owner reported timegrapher numbers of +2s/d. The lume is considered good but less prominent than on other sports watches. Some owners have noted potential issues with bezel alignment, a gap between the bracelet and case, and a "crunchy" bezel rotation feel at this price point. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic highly for its stylish design and comfortable wearability, despite some reservations about lume and bezel action.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is considered notably stiff by multiple reviewers. The watch's 43mm case diameter is identified as potentially too large for smaller wrists.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic42mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic70h
Fleuss
Water Resistance
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic200m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Superocean Heritage B20 Automatic$5,800
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
14.35mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Lumber Black

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
Breitling B20
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
70h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,800
$179
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