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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMTvsSpinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

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Ascent 40 GMT
Erebus WatchesAscent 40 GMT
MSRP $429
Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325
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Erebus Watches Ascent 40 GMT

Owners widely praise the Erebus Watches ASCENT for its stunning dial and excellent lume, with many finding it gorgeous and beautiful beyond comprehension. The watch is also noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to its 40mm case, and the bracelet's micro-adjustable clasp and well-finished screws receive specific commendation. Some owners consider the Miyota 9075 movement excellent for the price, with one reporting accuracy of +1 second per day. However, import duties are a significant concern for some buyers, and the polished case sides are noted to lack a scratch-resistant coating. On balance, owners rate the Erebus Watches ASCENT highly for its aesthetic appeal and comfortable wearability at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ascent 40 GMT40mm
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Power Reserve
Ascent 40 GMT
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Ascent 40 GMT100m
Fleuss Chronograph100m
MSRP
Ascent 40 GMT$429
Fleuss Chronograph$325

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
43mm
Thickness
12.4mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Malachite
Black
Lume
BGW9 Super-LumiNova®
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9075
Seiko VK64 (Meca-Quartz)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$429
$325
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