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Spinnaker Spence 300vsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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

Spence 300
SpinnakerSpence 300
MSRP $650
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

18 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Spence 30040mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Spence 30040h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Spence 300300m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Spence 300$650
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Category
Diver
Chronograph
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
11.5mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
47.4mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
300m
100m
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Aquamarine
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
SII NH35A
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$1,099

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What people say

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Spinnaker Spence 300

The Spinnaker Spence 300 is widely praised for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and uncommon thin diver design at its price point. Reviewers and owners highlight its value, especially below $350, and its blend of retro design with modern specifications, including a 300m depth rating and a fully indexed bezel. Some owners, however, find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, with one noting the bracelet's male end links as a drawback. The consensus is that the Spinnaker Spence 300 is highly regarded for its exceptional value and wearable dimensions, making it a strong contender for an everyday sports watch.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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