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Breitling Superocean AutomaticvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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What people say

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Breitling Superocean Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Superocean Automatic for its excellent build quality, comfortable bracelet, and COSC certification, with many finding its design fresh and stunning in person. A reviewer noted the slim profile and short lugs of a sibling variant made its larger case wear well, and the ceramic bezel turns with satisfying clicks. One owner has had their Breitling Superocean Automatic for 17 years and it remains in beautiful shape. Some owners find the approximately 42-hour power reserve inconvenient compared to modern movements, and a few find the design divisive. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Breitling Superocean Automatic highly for its build quality and striking design, with the COSC certification being a significant draw.

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 Automatic42mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
Superocean Automatic38h
Fleuss
Water Resistance
Superocean Automatic300m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
Superocean Automatic$7,800
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Diameter
42mm
43mm
Thickness
12.56mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
Lug Width
0mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel & 18k Red Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Lumber 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
$7,800
$179
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