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Spinnaker PopeyevsTudor 1926 28mm Automatic

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Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395
1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Popeye43mm
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Power Reserve
Popeye40h
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Water Resistance
Popeye150m
1926 28mm Automatic100m
MSRP
Popeye$395
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
43mm
28mm
Thickness
13mm
9.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
15mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Polished
Water Resistance
150m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Solid screw-down

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Popeye Blue
Silver

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
T201
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$2,400

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What people say

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Spinnaker Popeye

The Spinnaker Popeye is a fun, playful dive watch with extensive lume and a dramatic, ultra-domed sapphire crystal. Owners are drawn to the nostalgia and playful styling, though some find the cartoon theme cheapens the look and the 42mm case too thick. The rubber strap can be stiff, and some owners report poor customer service. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Spinnaker Popeye for its unique, nostalgic design and extensive lume.

Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

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