Bulova Vintage Sea HuntervsSpinnaker Diver (Round Case)
Ref. croft-mid-size-automatic-dolphin-project-limited-edition-aqua-play-sp-5177-11·MSRP $425
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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.
Vintage Sea Hunter
Diver (Round Case)
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
150m
Power Reserve
42h
n/a
MSRP
n/a
$425
Movement
Automatic
Automatic
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Vintage Sea Hunter 43B175 for its vintage skin diver aesthetic and coherent design, with many considering it a gem and a great value for the price, often citing the well-executed aged lume and satisfying bezel action. Some owners note the mineral crystal as a downside, preferring sapphire, and one reviewer would opt for white lume over the tan for a cleaner look. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Bulova Black Dial Stainless Steel Bracelet Vintage Sea Hunter 43B175 highly for its vintage styling and value at the price point.
Owners widely praise Spinnaker watches for their gorgeous appearance and great quality, with many specifically wishing for more 38-40mm case options. The Spinnaker Diver is noted as being fairly thick at 15mm, with some owners finding it wears a bit large and criticizing the exhibition case back for contributing to thickness. One owner returned a Spinnaker due to a crown detaching during date setting. On balance, owners find Spinnaker watches excellent for the price, appreciating the good specs and frequent sales that make them more accessible.
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