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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition IIvsSpinnaker Croft

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Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II

Owners widely praise the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II for its striking meteorite dial and clean, Bauhaus design, with one owner stating it holds up well and is comparable to a $1,500 watch, losing only about four minutes per year. However, some owners report sharp edges causing discomfort and difficulty removing strap pins or bracelet links. Opinions are split on whether it is a fashion watch or suitable for daily wear. One owner finds the chronograph minutes difficult to read for practical use. On balance, owners rate the Lilienthal Berlin Chronograph Solar – Edition II highly for its Bauhaus design and meteorite dial, despite some concerns about sharp edges and legibility.

Spinnaker Croft

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Spinnaker Croft for its vibrant dial colors, chunky hands and bezel, and overall value, with one owner noting the Miyota 8218 movement and cyclops as appreciated features. Reviewers flag the bracelet and clasp as budget-friendly limitations, citing friction-fit pins, sharp edges, and a stiff security lock. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Croft highly for its accessible skeletonized dive watch aesthetic and appealing design at its price point.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Chronograph Solar – Edition II42.5mm
Croft40mm
Power Reserve
Chronograph Solar – Edition II
Croft
Water Resistance
Chronograph Solar – Edition II50m
Croft150m
MSRP
Chronograph Solar – Edition II$369
Croft$219

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42.5mm
40mm
Thickness
0mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
47mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
50m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Elemental

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Type
Solar
Automatic

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$369
$219
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