Spinnaker Dumas AutomaticvsSTEELDIVE SD1988

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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

STEELDIVE SD1988 at true scale

SD1988

Diameter

44mm

55.7mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

15mm

lowest

15.2mm

Water Resistance

300m

1200m

highest

MSRP

$239

lowest

$339

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
44mm
55.7mm
Thickness
15mm
15.2mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Ceramic
Water Resistance
300m
1200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$339
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Reviews

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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.

STEELDIVE SD1988

Owners widely praise the STEELDIVE SD1988's case finishing, noting it is surprisingly good for the $180 price point, with circular brushing on top and notably better linear brushing on the case back. The lume is also considered excellent. The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and has a 1200m water resistance rating. Its large 55.7mm case size is noted as a potential challenge for photography. On balance, owners rate the STEELDIVE SD1988 highly for its exceptional value, particularly the finishing and lume at its accessible price.

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