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Spinnaker BradnervsTimefactors Commando PRS-47

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Bradner
SpinnakerBradner
MSRP $179
Commando PRS-47
TimefactorsCommando PRS-47
MSRP $463
What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Spinnaker Bradner

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Bradner's vibrant dials and excellent lume on indices and bezel, with one owner noting comfortable wearability on a 7-inch wrist. Reviewers flag imprecise finishing on the minute ring and an inner bezel crown that rotates too easily, while some owners report the internal rotating bezel does not stay in position. The watch features a Seiko NH35 movement with a 41-hour power reserve and is priced around $390-$430 USD. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Bradner to be a fun, affordable diver, with its vibrant dials and strong lume being key selling points.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Atlantic Blue's reliable Seiko NH35 automatic movement is a key strength. The watch's lume performance is somewhat lacking, which may be a trade-off for some buyers. Reviewers disagree on the watch's bezel action, with one reviewer praising it as smooth and precise, while the other two do not mention it.

Timefactors Commando PRS-47

Owners widely praise the Timefactors Commando PRS-47 for its faithful vintage design, particularly the tropical dial and hi-dome acrylic or sapphire crystal which enhances its visual appeal. The 36mm case size is frequently highlighted as a positive, offering a comfortable and historically accurate fit, complemented by 20mm lug spacing. Some owners note the Miyota 9039 movement's accuracy, with one reporting +1 second per day. Criticisms include the stock bracelet clasp being flimsy or a "solid MEH," and one owner found the 36mm size too small. On balance, owners rate the Timefactors Commando PRS-47 highly for its vintage aesthetic and wearability at the price.

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Bradner42mm
Commando PRS-4736mm
Power Reserve
Bradner40h
Commando PRS-47
Water Resistance
Bradner180m
Commando PRS-47100m
MSRP
Bradner$179
Commando PRS-47$463

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Diver
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
15mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
50mm
43.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
180m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Dial Color
Tidal Blue
Tropical
Lume
None
SuperLuminova X1-C3

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Miyota 9039
Power Reserve
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$179
$463
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