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Spinnaker Fleuss Mechanical ChronographvsSeiko Astron

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Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph
SpinnakerFleuss Mechanical Chronograph
MSRP $550
Astron
SeikoAstron
MSRP $2,200

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph43mm
Astron41.2mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph40h
Astron40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph100m
Astron100m
MSRP
Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph$550
Astron$2,200

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
43mm
41.2mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
14mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Super-clear coating
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Seagull ST1908
3X62
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Jewels
25
10

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$550
$2,200

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph

Owners widely report a split on build quality, with some finding the Spinnaker Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph's construction unimpressive due to issues like a poorly seated bezel and crooked indices, while others praise its robustness and aesthetic appeal. The unique dial features character hands and glowing eyes serving as subdials and a 24-hour indicator, though the chronograph function is limited to 60 minutes. On balance, the Spinnaker Fleuss Mechanical Chronograph elicits divided opinions on its build quality, with its artistic dial design being a notable, albeit polarizing, feature.

From video reviewers

The Spinnaker Googly Black's notable strength is its reported water-resistance of 300 fathoms or 550 metres. A weakness of this watch is its lume brightness, which is somewhat lacking. Reviewers disagree on the watch's ideal size, with one reviewer noting its slimmed-down design and the other mentioning its overall size and 26+ millimeter thickness.

Seiko Astron

Owners widely praise the Seiko Astron for its spectacular time-telling technology, GPS time sync, and grab-and-go convenience, with many calling it the best watch they have ever owned. Reviewers and owners highlight the well-managed dial detail, textured hour markers, and high-contrast edges, as well as the well-finished case and bracelet. Some find the lightweight titanium build and quick bracelet adjustment contribute to comfortable wearability. Accuracy is noted as +/- 15 seconds per month without GPS, though the autonomous quartz movement can be easily reset by looking at the sky. Criticisms include DST not being automatically implemented, recessed buttons requiring a sharp object for adjustment, and sparse lume with no 12 o'clock marker. Some owners feel the price point is too expensive for its aesthetic appeal. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Astron highly for its advanced time-telling technology and convenient features.

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