Filippo Loreti Watches The RiddlervsSpinnaker Croft
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Measurements
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The Riddler

Croft
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Thickness
13mm
lowest
14mm
Water Resistance
200m
highest
150m
MSRP
$425
$219
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler is described by owners as a cheaply made watch with generic designs, with some suggesting it is a Chinese-made item valued under $100. One owner reported that multiple Filippo Loreti watches, including The Riddler, stopped working within a year, and customer service provided no resolution. Another user noted that images of the watches were removed from the brand's Instagram, hinting at potential licensing issues, and heard claims of the brand being a scam selling Chinese watches as Italian. On balance, owners find Filippo Loreti Watches The Riddler to be a cheaply made item with generic designs, with significant concerns raised about product reliability and customer service.
The Spinnaker Croft is widely praised for its value and vibrant dial colors, with reviewers noting its versatility and sapphire crystal. Owners and reviewers alike point to the bracelet and clasp as areas with budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stamped clasp with a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft well for its strong value proposition and appealing aesthetics at its price point.
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