Makara Watches Sea TurtlevsSpinnaker Dumas Automatic
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Measurements
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Sea Turtle

Dumas Automatic
Diameter
44mm
44mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
48mm
lowest
Thickness
17mm
15mm
lowest
Water Resistance
300m
300m
Power Reserve
41h
n/a
MSRP
$395
$239
lowest
Movement
Seiko NH35
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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Owners widely praise the Makara Watches Sea Turtle for its beautiful bronze work, pleasing matte maroon dial, and excellent readability due to its double-layered sapphire dome. The watch is considered a worry-free beater, with one owner noting its accuracy to +/- 2 seconds per day. Some owners appreciate the case shape that appears to change from different angles, while others mention a hefty feel. A few owners found the non-applied circular indices a minor drawback. One owner reported poor customer service experiences. On balance, owners rate the Makara Watches Sea Turtle highly for its attractive bronze case and dial finishing at its price point.
Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its robust build quality, attractive textured blue dial, and excellent finishing for its price point. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to a short lug-to-lug distance, and owners report positive experiences with the Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners mention a mineral crystal instead of sapphire, a bracelet with a learning curve, and a crown that feels slightly small. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid construction at a fair price.
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