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Spinnaker Fleuss 40 AutomaticvsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Fleuss 40 Automatic
SpinnakerFleuss 40 Automatic
MSRP $450
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss 40 Automatic40mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss 40 Automatic40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss 40 Automatic150m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Fleuss 40 Automatic$450
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Thickness
11mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Coral
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$450
$329

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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.

Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar

Owners widely praise the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its robust build, bright C3 SuperLuminova lume, and solar charging capabilities, with one owner preferring its greater water resistance. Some owners report issues with hand alignment and second hand accuracy, though Vaer's customer service is noted for responsiveness with exchanges or refunds. One owner mentioned spring bar holes being close to the edge, a point of QC discussion. On balance, owners appreciate the Vaer C5 Recon Field Solar for its solar charging and robust build, despite occasional reports of minor alignment issues.

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