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Farer AQUAMATICvsSpinnaker Fleuss

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What people say

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Farer AQUAMATIC

Owners widely praise the Farer AQUAMATIC for its vibrant color palettes, clean design, and excellent wearability, particularly on its 38.5mm case, with multiple sources highlighting its value under $1,000 and the inclusion of multiple strap options. Reviewers and owners alike commend its build quality and dial details, with one owner noting the double AR coating. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting great timekeeping and another experiencing a watch running about 4 seconds per hour slow, requiring service. Some find the Sellita SW220-1 movement unremarkable, and the day/date font colors are noted by one owner as making the dial feel busy, while bezel grip is described as okay with slight wiggle, common for its price point. Overall, owners rate the Farer AQUAMATIC highly for its fun design and strong value proposition.

From video reviewers

The Farer AQUAMATIC features a visually appealing design with bold red accents and a spearmint dial. The watch's Swiss-made movement is a notable aspect. The price point is a trade-off against more established brands in the market.

Spinnaker Fleuss

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss for its retro design, textured dial, and good value, with many noting it looks better in person than in photos. The watch is appreciated for its robust construction and finishing, especially when found at a discount. Some owners report good timekeeping and a decent power reserve. However, the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT is criticized by some for its large case size, which can affect proportions and numeral legibility. One owner experienced a broken crown after a fall, while another noted concerns about the acrylic bezel's durability. The lume is described as adequate but not exceptional. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss highly for its retro aesthetic and value proposition, particularly when purchased on sale.

From video reviewers

The bezel action is considered notably stiff by multiple reviewers. The watch's 43mm case diameter is identified as potentially too large for smaller wrists.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
AQUAMATIC38.5mm
Fleuss43mm
Power Reserve
AQUAMATIC41h
Fleuss
Water Resistance
AQUAMATIC200m
Fleuss150m
MSRP
AQUAMATIC$875
Fleuss$179

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38.5mm
43mm
Thickness
11.9mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
316L marine-grade stainless steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
150m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Lumber Black

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW220-1
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
41h
0h
Jewels
26
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$875
$179
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