Lum-Tec Super Combat B5vsSpinnaker Piccard

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Lum-Tec Super Combat B5 at true scale

Super Combat B5

Spinnaker Piccard at true scale

Piccard

Diameter

45mm

45mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

52mm

Thickness

n/a

21mm

Water Resistance

300m

550m

highest

Power Reserve

60h

n/a

MSRP

$2,395

$550

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW261-1

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Thickness
n/a
21mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
52mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
550m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Lemon Yellow

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW261-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
60h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,395
$550
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Lum-Tec Super Combat B5

Owners recommend the Lum-Tec Super Combat B5 if the design appeals, citing very good build quality and a rugged feel. One owner experienced a movement failure within a week but received a prompt replacement. The watch's design is considered original by some, though its 45mm case can present a "big-and-thick" presence. On balance, owners value the Lum-Tec Super Combat B5 for its unique design and robust construction, despite the potential for early movement issues.

Spinnaker Piccard

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Piccard for its comfortable wear, excellent readability, and bold, vintage-inspired design. However, some consider it a specialty novelty watch, describing the 45mm case as huge and heavy with a large crystal that hinders legibility, making it an acquired taste. On balance, owners appreciate the Spinnaker Piccard for its distinctive aesthetic and comfortable wear, though its size and legibility are polarizing points.

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