San Martin Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GBvsSpinnaker Spence 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

San Martin Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GB at true scale

Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GB

Spinnaker Spence 300 at true scale

Spence 300

Diameter

40mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

48mm

Thickness

n/a

11.5mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$238

lowest

$650

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

4 specs
Thickness
n/a
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
48mm
Lug Width
n/a
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Aquamarine

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$238
$650
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Reviews

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

San Martin Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GB

Owners widely praise the San Martin Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GB for its luxurious finishing and enamel dial, with one owner noting the silver bezel markings as a refined touch. Some owners have reported receiving non-working units requiring warranty replacement, though this is not a widespread issue. The Seiko NH35 movement is noted by one owner as a shortcoming. On balance, owners rate the San Martin Snowflake Hands Automatic SN0111GB highly for its impressive finishing and dial execution at its price point.

Spinnaker Spence 300

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Spence 300 for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and versatile wear. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some seeing it as a budget alternative to more expensive dive watches. The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and 300m water resistance. However, some community members find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, and a few suggest other brands offer better value at similar price points. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Spence 300 highly for its impressive case dimensions and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's thin 10.9mm profile for a 300m diver is a key strength. No shared weakness was identified.

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