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Rolex Sky-DwellervsSpinnaker Dumas GMT

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Sky-Dweller
RolexSky-Dweller
MSRP $17,750
Dumas GMT
SpinnakerDumas GMT
MSRP $399
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Rolex Sky-Dweller

Owners widely praise the Rolex Sky-Dweller for its unique annual calendar and dual time zone complications, with many considering it a standout value within the Rolex lineup due to its complexity and rarity. Reviewers highlight its exceptionally good fit and finish, noting crisply defined dial markers and hands. The 42mm case size is a frequent point of discussion among owners, with some finding it wears smaller than expected and others deeming it too large or top-heavy for everyday wear, especially on smaller wrists. Availability is a significant issue, with certain configurations, like the green dial on Jubilee or stainless steel blue dial, being extremely difficult to obtain from authorized dealers, leading to high grey market prices. Opinions are split on the two-tone variant, with some viewing it as a beautiful jewelry piece and others preferring full steel for a more timeless look.

Spinnaker Dumas GMT

Owners praise the Spinnaker Dumas GMT's satisfying lume, including on the crown, and good finishing, with one owner finding it wears well on a 17cm wrist. The watch features a Seiko NH34A GMT movement and a blue gradient dial. Reviewers note its 44mm diameter and 209g weight on the bracelet make it unsuitable for smaller wrists.

At a glance

16 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sky-Dweller42mm
Dumas GMT44mm
Power Reserve
Sky-Dweller72h
Dumas GMT40h
Water Resistance
Sky-Dweller100m
Dumas GMT300m
MSRP
Sky-Dweller$17,750
Dumas GMT$399

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
44mm
Thickness
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Yellow Rolesor
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
White Rolesor - combination of Oystersteel and white gold
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
300m
Caseback
Monobloc middle case, screw-down case back and winding crown
Solid

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Indices
Index
Applied
Lume
Chromalight
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
9002
Seiko NH34
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
40
25
Complications
GMT, Annual Calendar, Date
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$17,750
$399
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