Spinnaker Bradner Owner Review : Inspired, consistent and muscular

Looking for a so-called "super compressor" watch, but without the budget to go and get a Polaris at JLC, or even the very beautiful reissue of the Longines legend diver, my choice was more surely on a LIP Nautic ski. French purchase, beautiful watch, in short, I was determined. And then while browsing the Internet, I came across this English brand. Spinnaker. Spinnaker has been making a name for itself on the watch scene for a few years with models inspired by the maritime and diving worlds. And this Bradner model immediately caught my eye. We are therefore on a steel case called super compressor (EPSA type for connoisseurs) 42 mm in diameter, date window at 3 o'clock and 2 crowns: the one at 4 o'clock is used for the usual functions of the watch (setting the time and date, winding), and the one at 2 o'clock is used to turn a bidirectional inner bezel. This watch has a NH35 TMI movement, and is equipped with a pretty domed sapphire crystal. The case back takes on pretty reflections with the light. I find it ultimately more balanced and more elegant than the Nautic ski. All for a very reasonable price. However, note 2 small flaws. The case is still quite thick. So not suitable for small wrists. And the supposedly waterproof leather strap has turned black after the first few baths. So I wear it on a Nato strap. But overall, it does the job. A tool watch with an undeniable quality-price ratio that is easy to wear.