Depancel Série R01vsSpinnaker Hull Riviera

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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.

Depancel Série R01 at true scale

Série R01

Spinnaker Hull Riviera at true scale

Hull Riviera

Diameter

43mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

50mm

47.5mm

lowest

Thickness

12.9mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$1,038

$169

lowest

Movement

Miyota 9122

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
43mm
42mm
Thickness
12.9mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
47.5mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Bleu
Blue

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9122
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
40h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,038
$169
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Reviews

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

Depancel Série R01

Owners praise the Depancel Série R01 for its unique character and automotive-inspired design, noting the French assembly and the practical full calendar complication. The 36x43mm case is comfortable despite its dimensions. One review flags the Miyota 9122 movement's stated accuracy of -10/+30 seconds per day. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers appreciate the Depancel Série R01 for its distinctive design and useful calendar complication, with the movement's accuracy being a noted caveat.

Spinnaker Hull Riviera

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Hull Riviera's build quality, noting a milled clasp, solid links, and a strong anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal. The watch is described as an "absolute strap monster" with excellent timekeeping, with one owner reporting it gaining only +2 seconds in seven days. However, the lume is considered mediocre, and some owners would have preferred a 4Hz movement. A single owner reported cracking the crystal after a drop, with Spinnaker quoting $198 for repair due to the crystal being fused to the case, a cost considered excessive relative to the watch's discounted new price. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Riviera highly for its robust build and impressive accuracy at its price point.

From video reviewers

The textured 3D dial paired with the vintage-style cushion case creates a distinctive retro aesthetic that stands out from typical sport watches, while the 12mm thickness and solid bracelet deliver comfortable everyday wearability without bulk. The SII NH35 automatic movement keeps the watch affordable, though reviewers noted the lack of specific information on accuracy tolerance and lume performance at this price point.