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Sheffield 1A 38vsSpinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

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

1A 38
Sheffield1A 38
MSRP $238
Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Sheffield 1A 38

Sheffield 1A 38 owners praise its superb quality, sturdiness, and amazing price, with some feeling it is more substantial than a Seiko 5. One owner notes the bezel action could be crisper. Shipping fees are considered too expensive. Overall, owners rate the Sheffield 1A 38 highly for its quality and value at the affordable price point.

Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver

The Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver is noted by owners as large on smaller wrists, with a 50mm lug-to-lug and 15mm height being a concern, though some find it acceptable with specific strap choices. Opinions on finishing quality vary, with one owner reporting issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Bradner Pearl Diver with mixed reviews regarding its size and finishing.

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1A 3838mm
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Power Reserve
1A 38
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Water Resistance
1A 38200m
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
MSRP
1A 38$238
Bradner Pearl Diver$370

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
12.8mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
50mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
180m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Emerald

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
NH35
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$238
$370
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