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MKII HellionvsSpinnaker Hass Automatic

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What people say

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

MKII Hellion

The MKII Hellion is widely praised for its immaculate fit and finish, with a mirror-polished case that bridges field and dress styles. Owners appreciate its vintage-inspired lug design and the satisfying heft that balances classic appeal. The large crown is a noted feature, adding a masculine touch to the refined design. One owner questions if the price aligns with the specifications. Overall, owners rate the MKII Hellion highly for its exceptional finishing and versatile, refined design at the price point.

Spinnaker Hass Automatic

The Spinnaker Hass Automatic is a 43mm watch featuring an NH35 movement and sapphire crystal, with owners highlighting its beautiful dial. Some find Spinnaker watches, including this model, to be on the thicker side, with one owner describing the Hass X MCS Blue Fade variant as comically large and chunky. The Spinnaker Hass Automatic was offered at $445 USD as part of a special collection with customized elements, and a limited edition of 200 pieces was also available for $195 shipped. On balance, owners and reviewers note the attractive dial as a key positive, though some express reservations about the watch's thickness.

From video reviewers

The dial's recovered marine plastic construction with textured finish provides distinctive material differentiation at the entry-level dive watch price point, and the sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating ensures strong on-wrist legibility. The 300m water resistance and automatic movement deliver capable specifications, though bracelet quality and fit remain underspecified across reviews.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Hellion39mm
Hass Automatic43mm
Power Reserve
Hellion
Hass Automatic
Water Resistance
Hellion100m
Hass Automatic300m
MSRP
Hellion$649
Hass Automatic$445

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
39mm
43mm
Thickness
13.55mm
16.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.5mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Black
Flying Dutchman
Lume
SuperLuminova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH38
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$649
$445
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