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Spinnaker Fleuss GMTvsVario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Fleuss GMT
SpinnakerFleuss GMT
MSRP $299
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
Vario1945 A-11S Solar Quartz
MSRP $218

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss GMT43mm
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss GMT40h
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss GMT150m
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz50m
MSRP
Fleuss GMT$299
1945 A-11S Solar Quartz$218

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
9mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
41mm
Lug Width
22mm
18mm
Water Resistance
150m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A
Miyota 2070/2170
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$299
$218

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss GMT

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT for its aesthetic appeal, comfortable and light wearability, and value, especially when discounted. The textured blue dial, applied lumed markers, and sapphire crystal with AR coating are highlighted as stunning features. Owners also note the dial is very well lumed and the bracelet has helpful quick-release tabs. However, the 43.3mm case size is criticized by some as being too large, and the Beads of Rice bracelet is described as "jingly jangly" with a pressed clasp and a clasp that isn't finely finished. Some users flag the internal bezel rotates too easily. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Fleuss GMT highly for its aesthetic success and value at its affordable price point.

Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz

Owners widely praise the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz for its superb case finishing, legibility, and premium look, with its 40mm size proving comfortable for many wrists. Reviewers highlight its incredible value at $198, featuring a Miyota solar quartz movement and polished chamfers adding unexpected style. Some owners note the lume is poor and the 50-meter water resistance is limited, while others desire a big date complication not supported by the solar movement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Vario 1945 A-11S Solar Quartz highly for its excellent finishing and value proposition.

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