Elliot Brown Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automaticvsSpinnaker Dumas Automatic

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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.

Elliot Brown Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automatic at true scale

Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automatic

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic at true scale

Dumas Automatic

Diameter

43mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

14mm

lowest

15mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

Power Reserve

40h

n/a

MSRP

$792

$239

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

6 specs
Diameter
43mm
44mm
Thickness
14mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Power Reserve
40h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$792
$239
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Reviews

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Elliot Brown Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automatic

Owners widely praise the Elliot Brown Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automatic for its surprisingly strong lume, even after minimal light exposure. One owner finds the Seiko NH35 movement to be significantly more accurate than a Miyota 9015, running at around 5 seconds per day. However, the bezel lume on the Belgian SOF Holton NIVO is brighter than the dial lume, making the dial harder to read. The Elliot Brown Holton Professional SBS Watch is an issued model with a crow's foot and NSN marking. On balance, owners rate the Elliot Brown Belgian SOF Holton limited edition automatic highly for its strong lume and accurate Seiko NH35 movement, despite a minor legibility issue with the bezel lume.

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its robust build quality, attractive textured blue dial, and excellent finishing for its price point. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to a short lug-to-lug distance, and owners report positive experiences with the Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners mention a mineral crystal instead of sapphire, a bracelet with a learning curve, and a crown that feels slightly small. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid construction at a fair price.

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