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Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver NessievsVaer C5 Recon Field Solar

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Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
SpinnakerFleuss Pearl Diver Nessie
MSRP $425
C5 Recon Field Solar
VaerC5 Recon Field Solar
MSRP $329

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie43mm
C5 Recon Field Solar40mm
Power Reserve
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie40h
C5 Recon Field Solar40h
Water Resistance
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie150m
C5 Recon Field Solar100m
MSRP
Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie$425
C5 Recon Field Solar$329

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Diver
Field
Diameter
43mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
10.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
51mm
48mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
150m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$329

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What people say

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Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie

Owners widely report a split on the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie's build quality, with some finding it disappointing due to issues like misaligned bezels or indices, while others praise its robust construction. The watch features a blue mother-of-pearl dial with a hidden Nessie silhouette, powered by a Miyota 8245 movement and priced at $425. One owner noted the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie felt a bit large. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Fleuss Pearl Diver Nessie offers good value with unique design elements that celebrate its theme without being overly cartoonish.

From video reviewers

The blue Mother-of-Pearl dial with "Nessie" easter eggs is a distinctive design element. The 43mm case size may be substantial for smaller wrists.

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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