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Spinnaker Fleuss ChronographvsWilliam Wood Beacon

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Fleuss Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Chronograph
MSRP $325
Beacon
William WoodBeacon
MSRP $495

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss Chronograph43mm
Beacon41mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss Chronograph40h
Beacon40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss Chronograph100m
Beacon50m
MSRP
Fleuss Chronograph$325
Beacon$495

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
43mm
41mm
Thickness
14mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Blue

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Seiko VK64
Ronda 762

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$325
$495

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph

The Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph is praised for its impressive aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and excellent value at its affordable price point. One reviewer notes the chronograph function stops at 60 minutes and requires resetting. Owners report the internal bezel rotates too easily and the clasp lacks fine finishing. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Fleuss Chronograph highly for its meticulous attention to detail and overall value.

William Wood Beacon

The William Wood Beacon is praised for its bold flavors, particularly its prominent oak and rye influence, with tasting notes of candied orange peel, dried apricots, and baking spices, and a long, full finish. Some find its oak-forward profile overwhelming and its MSRP of $300 unreasonable. Overall, owners rate the William Wood Beacon highly for its bold flavors and character, with one owner awarding it a score of 9.4/10.

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