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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsTissot Heritage 1938

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Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
Heritage 1938
TissotHeritage 1938
MSRP $925

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
Heritage 193839mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
Heritage 193838h
Water Resistance
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
Heritage 193850m
MSRP
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450
Heritage 1938$925

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Dress
Diameter
40mm
39mm
Thickness
11mm
11.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
39mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Coral
Anthracite
Indices
Applied
Arabic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Power Reserve
40h
38h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$925

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic

Owners find the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic a good size for smaller wrists, though one owner notes the lume is too diffuse for easy nighttime reading. The pilot-style crown is an unusual feature for a dive watch. Overall, owners value the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic for its wearability on smaller wrists.

From video reviewers

The coral red dial is a unique aesthetic. The watch is a strong contender for best-in-class under $300.

Tissot Heritage 1938

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Tissot Heritage 1938 for its stunning vintage-inspired design and excellent value, particularly as a COSC-certified automatic under $1000. The dial's ability to catch light and subtly change colors, along with rosy gold numerals, is a frequent highlight. The watch uses a chronometer-certified ETA 2824-2 movement, though its 38-hour power reserve is noted as less than some contemporary offerings. Some owners find the 39mm case size appears larger on the wrist, with a desire for smaller options. Overall, owners rate the Tissot Heritage 1938 highly for its charming retro aesthetics and impressive chronometer movement at an accessible price point.

From video reviewers

The most attainable Swiss chronometer is a key strength. Reviewers did not agree on any weaknesses.

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