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RZE Resolute Type AvsSpinnaker Cahill Automatic

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Resolute Type A
RZEResolute Type A
MSRP $499
Cahill Automatic
SpinnakerCahill Automatic
MSRP $350

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Resolute Type A39mm
Cahill Automatic42mm
Power Reserve
Resolute Type A40h
Cahill Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Resolute Type A200m
Cahill Automatic200m
MSRP
Resolute Type A$499
Cahill Automatic$350

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Tool
Diver
Diameter
39mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
51mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Grade 5 Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Underside
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Green
Indices
Arabic numerals
Applied

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
SII NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$499
$350

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What people say

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RZE Resolute Type A

The RZE Resolute Type A is praised for its build quality, finishing, and highly legible dial with luminous elements, all at a $499 price point. Its sandblasted titanium case features an UltraHex coating, and it measures 39.5mm by 11.5mm with 100 meters of water resistance. A reviewer notes the Miyota 82S0 movement's crown operation feels grainy. On balance, reviewers highlight the RZE Resolute Type A as a well-built and legible pilot's watch offering good value.

Spinnaker Cahill Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic for its attractive vintage-inspired design, comfortable wearability on smaller wrists, and good timekeeping, with one owner specifically noting the large "maxi" indices and NATO strap as highlights. However, some find the lume application uneven and note the use of a mineral crystal. A significant concern raised by one owner is a report of internal component failures and a perceived lack of quality control within the brand. On balance, the Spinnaker Cahill Automatic is well-regarded by owners for its style and value, particularly at specific price points, despite some noted manufacturing inconsistencies.

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