Spinnaker Dumas AutomaticvsSugess Seestern DOX08 V4

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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

Sugess Seestern DOX08 V4 at true scale

Seestern DOX08 V4

Diameter

44mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

48mm

n/a

Thickness

15mm

n/a

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$239

$190

lowest

Movement

Seiko NH35

Automatic

Case

6 specs
Diameter
44mm
42mm
Thickness
15mm
n/a
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
n/a
Lug Width
22mm
n/a
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
300m
200m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH35
n/a

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$239
$190
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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.

Sugess Seestern DOX08 V4

Owners widely report the Sugess Seestern DOX08 V4 offers excellent value in the $150 to $250 range, with one owner stating it blows them away for the price and is one of the nicest watches they have ever owned. The bezel action is described as crisp for its price point. Some owners prefer the branded rehaut and signed clasp of the Sugess version over sterile alternatives. One owner found the watch well-made and solid, liking its appearance, while another reported no quality control issues on a moonphase dial variant. On balance, owners rate the Sugess Seestern DOX08 V4 highly for its exceptional value and solid build quality at the price.

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