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Spinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMTvsVaer R1 Racing Chronograph

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Tesei Mille Metri GMT
SpinnakerTesei Mille Metri GMT
MSRP $559
R1 Racing Chronograph
VaerR1 Racing Chronograph
MSRP $499

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Tesei Mille Metri GMT44mm
R1 Racing Chronograph38mm
Power Reserve
Tesei Mille Metri GMT40h
R1 Racing Chronograph40h
Water Resistance
Tesei Mille Metri GMT1,000m
R1 Racing Chronograph100m
MSRP
Tesei Mille Metri GMT$559
R1 Racing Chronograph$499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
GMT
Chronograph
Diameter
44mm
38mm
Thickness
16mm
12.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
46mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Water Resistance
1000m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
Cream

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Seiko NH34A
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$559
$499

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What people say

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Spinnaker Tesei Mille Metri GMT

The Spinnaker Fleuss Midnight Black features a reliable and accurate Japanese TMI NH35 Automatic Movement with 3 Hands and Date. A potential drawback is the watch's relatively low 15 ATM water-resistance rating compared to other watches in its class. Reviewers disagree on the watch's suitability for larger wrists, with one reviewer noting a 43mm diameter and 51mm lug-to-lug fit, while the other mentions a 51mm lug-to-lug measurement.

Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph

The Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph is widely praised for its beautiful cream dial, which some describe as champagne-like, and its luxurious case finishing for the price. Owners appreciate its well-proportioned design, pleasing dial with well-chosen font weights, and retro feel, with one noting it remains a favorite in their rotation and has easy band swapping. The watch features a 38mm cushion case, a Seiko VK63 meca-quartz movement, 100m water resistance, and American assembly. One owner noted the 42mm size wears small for a larger wrist, and the "ghost" crown position is mentioned. It includes two signed-buckle straps and a domed sapphire crystal. Overall, owners rate the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph highly for its vintage-inspired aesthetic and value.

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