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Spinnaker PopeyevsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Popeye
SpinnakerPopeye
MSRP $395
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450

At a glance

6 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Popeye43mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Popeye40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Popeye150m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
Popeye$395
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
47mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Popeye Blue
Coral

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$395
$450

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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.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

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