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Spinnaker Bradner Pearl DivervsVario Futurist

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Bradner Pearl Diver
SpinnakerBradner Pearl Diver
MSRP $370
Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bradner Pearl Diver42mm
Futurist39mm
Power Reserve
Bradner Pearl Diver40h
Futurist40h
Water Resistance
Bradner Pearl Diver180m
Futurist100m
MSRP
Bradner Pearl Diver$370
Futurist$648

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Thickness
15mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
180m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Sapphire (faceted)
Dial Color
Emerald
Purple

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Miyota 9039

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$370
$648

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What people say

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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.

Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

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