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The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic Returns And This Time, It’s Here to Stay
Windup Watch Shop - April 13, 2026
Some watches come and go. Others stick around in conversation long after they’ve sold out. The Spinnaker Fleuss 40 was considered under the latter but now, it’s back. After quickly selling out the first time around, the Fleuss 40 Automatic returns not as a limited release, but as a permanent fixture in Spinnaker’s lineup. This time with the same proportions and same specs because why change what was already so great? This is a dive watch that hits a sweet spot that a lot of brands still struggle to land.
At 40mm wide and just 11mm thick, the Fleuss 40 feels perfectly built for everyday wear. It’s compact enough to sit comfortably on a wide range of wrists, but still carries the visual weight you want from a proper diver, especially with its bold bezel and high-contrast dial. Paired with a beads-of-rice bracelet, it certainly leans into that slightly vintage-inspired look while staying firmly in modern territory with its specs.
Inside the watch it’s powered by a Miyota (M-MIY-9039) automatic movement, delivering the kind of reliability that makes this an easy grab day in and day out. Around it, the Fleuss 40 sticks to the fundamentals, but those details matter more than they might seem at first glance.
Take the 15 ATM water resistance, for example. If you’re unfamiliar with atmospheres and water resistance, that translates to 150 meters, but what it really means is peace of mind. You can wear this watch in the rain, in the shower, and certainly while swimming without giving it a second thought. It’s built to handle real, everyday exposure to water, not just the occasional splash.
The same goes for the sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. Sapphire is significantly more scratch-resistant than standard mineral glass, so it keeps the watch looking new even after hard wear. The anti-reflective coating cuts down glare, which means you can actually read the dial clearly in bright sunlight instead of fighting reflections, something you’re likely to notice immediately the first time you wear it outside.
Add in a screw-down crown for extra water protection and Swiss Super-LumiNova for visibility in low light, and you’ve got a solid dive watch on your wrist. What feels new this time around is the range of color. While the Fleuss has always carried a neo-vintage dive aesthetic, this latest release changes things up with a more expressive palette, offering a bit more personality without losing the core identity.
The appeal here hasn’t really changed and that’s exactly the point. The Fleuss 40 worked the first time because it delivered a well-proportioned, thoughtfully designed dive watch at a price that made it easy to justify. Now, with the same formula and no limitation on availability, it’s even easier to get your hands on one. Priced at $500 USD, the Spinnaker Fleuss 40 Automatic is available now, and if you missed it the first time around, this is your chance to finally see what all the fuss was about!
