Spinnaker Dumas AutomaticvsSquale 2002

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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

Squale 2002 at true scale

2002

Diameter

44mm

44mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

15mm

lowest

16mm

Water Resistance

300m

1000m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

38h

MSRP

$239

lowest

$1,965

Movement

Seiko NH35

Sellita SW200-1

Case

4 specs
Thickness
15mm
16mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Steel
Water Resistance
300m
1000m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
Sellita SW200-1
Power Reserve
0h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$1,965
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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.

Squale 2002

Owners widely praise the Squale 2002 for its cool vintage aesthetic, legible dial, and the warm feel of its bakelite bezel. The mesh bracelet is noted as high quality, and one owner found the build quality outstanding for the price. However, one reviewer suggested improvements like a thinner case and better wrist balance, while another owner found larger watches like the 2002 ultimately too big for their wrist. One community member questioned the authenticity of a specific watch, suggesting it might be a "Frankinsquale" with a modified case. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Squale 2002 for its authentic dive watch character and unique vintage design at a competitive price.