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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton AutovsSpinnaker Hull Commander

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

Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto
HamiltonVentura XXL Skeleton Auto
MSRP $2,175
Hull Commander
SpinnakerHull Commander
MSRP $520

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto46mm
Hull Commander42mm
Power Reserve
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto80h
Hull Commander40h
Water Resistance
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto50m
Hull Commander300m
MSRP
Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto$2,175
Hull Commander$520

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
46mm
42mm
Thickness
11.25mm
13.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
49mm
Lug Width
23mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
300m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
TIGER EYE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
H-10-S
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
80h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,175
$520

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is recognized for its bold, avant-garde design featuring a unique triangular case. It is powered by a skeletonized H-10-S or ETA C07.901 movement, providing an 80-hour power reserve. The watch includes a black dial with sunray brushing and hands treated with Super-LumiNova, and comes on an integrated rubber strap. Reviewers note that while its distinctive aesthetic is a significant appeal, precise time-reading may not be its main focus. On balance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is appreciated for its striking, statement-making design and substantial power reserve.

Spinnaker Hull Commander

The Spinnaker Hull Commander is widely praised by owners for its excellent build quality and finishing relative to its sub-$200 price point. Some owners note that watches in the Hull line can be thick. One owner flags that the big date complication on the Chronograph variant is partially obscured by the chronograph hand, and the included leather strap is unsuitable for a 100M water-resistant watch. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Commander highly for its exceptional value and robust construction at its price.

From video reviewers

The unique, naturally patterned dial is a significant aesthetic draw. The 42mm case diameter and 50mm lug-to-lug measurement may be large for smaller wrists.

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