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Massena LAB Dato-RacervsSpinnaker Challenger Automatic

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

Dato-Racer
Massena LABDato-Racer
MSRP $1,595
Challenger Automatic
SpinnakerChallenger Automatic
MSRP $289

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Dato-Racer40mm
Challenger Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Dato-Racer38h
Challenger Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Dato-Racer50m
Challenger Automatic200m
MSRP
Dato-Racer$1,595
Challenger Automatic$289

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Diver
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
19mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49.5mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
SW400-1
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
38h
40h
Jewels
26
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,595
$289

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What people say

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

Spinnaker Challenger Automatic

The Spinnaker Challenger Automatic is widely praised for its fun, playful design, solid build quality, and satisfying bezel action. Owners appreciate the comfortable 42mm DLC-coated case and the thoughtful integration of the Popeye theme, with the character serving as the hour and minute hands. Reviewers note the reliable Seiko NH35 movement and 300m water resistance. Some owners find the blue lume weaker than expected, and the ultra-domed sapphire crystal presents challenges for photography. The thick rubber strap is also cited as difficult to manage. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Challenger Automatic highly for its unique character integration and solid dive watch fundamentals at its price point.

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