Spinnaker Croft 39 GMTvsSpinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic
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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.
Croft 39 GMT
Fleuss 40 Automatic
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
47mm
Thickness
13mm
11mm
lowest
Water Resistance
100m
150m
highest
MSRP
$445
lowest
$450
Movement
Seiko NH34
Seiko NH35
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
1 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners praise the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its colorful design, Seiko NH34 GMT movement, and value, with manufacturing on the case, bezel, and bracelet meeting high standards. One owner found the 43mm case and 51mm lug-to-lug dimensions too large, preferring a 39-40mm case size for this design. One forum user noted a potential issue with the lume and ultimately decided not to keep the watch due to a lack of strong personal appeal. On balance, owners value the Spinnaker Croft 39 GMT for its vibrant aesthetics and solid build at its price point.
The 39mm case size is a strength for wearability on smaller wrists. Reviewers noted the Seiko NH34 GMT movement as a positive feature. Reviewers questioned if the watch was the best value proposition against its competition.
The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is noted as a good size for smaller wrists, with one owner finding it comfortable on a 6.25-inch wrist. However, the lume is considered too diffuse for easy nighttime reading of the hands. The pilot-style crown is an unusual design choice for a dive watch. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic to be a well-sized and comfortable watch with a unique crown design.
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