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Phoibos Depth HuntervsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

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Depth Hunter
PhoibosDepth Hunter
MSRP $470
Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
What people say

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Phoibos Depth Hunter

Owners widely praise the Phoibos Depth Hunter for its surprisingly slim 300m diver case and unique, summery design. One owner highlights its solid build, well-made bracelet with toolless microadjust, great finishing for the price, attractive color palette, long-lasting lume, sharp case lines, and accuracy of +5-7 seconds per day. However, some find the case and dial do not match well, and the lume is disappointing, while others dislike the "popsicle stick" hands. The aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, with some preferring alternative designs. Overall, owners rate the Phoibos Depth Hunter highly for its slim profile and distinctive design at its price point.

Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Depth Hunter40mm
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Depth Hunter40h
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Depth Hunter300m
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
MSRP
Depth Hunter$470
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450

Full specifications

Case

3 specs
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
150m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Coral
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$470
$450
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