Spinnaker Dumas AutomaticvsSpinnaker Hull Diver

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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.

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic at true scale

Dumas Automatic

Spinnaker Hull Diver at true scale

Hull Diver

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

47.5mm

lowest

Thickness

15mm

15mm

Water Resistance

300m

300m

MSRP

$239

lowest

$375

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

2 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.5mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Green

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$375
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Reviews

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

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its robust build quality, attractive textured blue dial, and excellent finishing for its price point. The watch is noted for its comfortable wearability, attributed to a short lug-to-lug distance, and owners report positive experiences with the Seiko NH35 movement. Some owners mention a mineral crystal instead of sapphire, a bracelet with a learning curve, and a crown that feels slightly small. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetic appeal and solid construction at a fair price.

Spinnaker Hull Diver

The Spinnaker Hull Diver is widely praised for its excellent build quality, with owners highlighting the milled clasp, solid links, and dual-part case construction that contributes to a reduced thickness. Reviewers and owners alike commend its great finishing, accurate Seiko NH35 movement, and the value it offers at its price point, with one owner calling it one of their best affordable watches. The blue dial is noted for its attractive play of light, and the sapphire crystal features a strong anti-reflective coating. However, the lume is considered average by some, and a few owners expressed a desire for a higher beat movement. The screwdown crown is easy to operate, and micro-adjustment on the bracelet allows for a good fit. On balance, owners rate the Spinnaker Hull Diver highly for its exceptional build quality and finishing at an affordable price.

From video reviewers

The cushion case design and solid construction are praised. The bracelet is noted as solid stainless steel.

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