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Citizen ATTESAvsSpinnaker Popeye

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

ATTESA
CitizenATTESA
MSRP $1,195
Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
ATTESA41.5mm
Popeye43mm
Power Reserve
ATTESA40h
Popeye40h
Water Resistance
ATTESA100m
Popeye150m
MSRP
ATTESA$1,195
Popeye$395

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
41.5mm
43mm
Thickness
12mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Super Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
150m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Blue
Popeye Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H874
SII NH35A
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,195
$395

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Citizen ATTESA

Owners widely praise Citizen ATTESA for its advanced technology, including solar power, GPS/radio-controlled timekeeping, and perpetual calendars, all housed in lightweight, durable titanium cases with sapphire crystals. Specific models are lauded for their stylish, tech-heavy designs and comfortable wearability, with one owner highlighting its exceptional feature set for the price. However, some find certain dials busy with redundant city names, and the lume is considered average. A few users note limitations with bracelet clasp adjustments or the lack of a safety lock. One owner questioned the price point, finding it difficult to justify based on exclusivity alone, while another pointed out rough finishing on the hands of a specific model. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Citizen ATTESA highly for its blend of innovative technology, comfortable titanium construction, and practical features at a competitive price.

Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

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