Massena LAB Archetype 0.0vsMaen Skymaster 38 MKIII

Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII

Ref. skymaster-38-m6-1-1·MSRP $1,679

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Massena LAB Archetype 0.0 at true scale

Archetype 0.0

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII at true scale

Skymaster 38 MKIII

Diameter

42mm

38mm

Thickness

13.5mm

13.4mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

58h

n/a

MSRP

$4,250

$1,679

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW510

Sellita SW510

Case

5 specs
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
13.5mm
13.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Double-Domed
n/a
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Black
M6.1.1

Movement

3 specs
Type
Manual
Automatic
Power Reserve
58h
0h
Jewels
23
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$4,250
$1,679
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Massena LAB Archetype 0.0

Owners note the Massena LAB Archetype 0.0's commanding presence, with one owner specifically praising its true gilt dial. The 42mm case size is considered a little large for smaller wrists. Overall, owners find the Massena LAB Archetype 0.0 appealing for its gilt dial, though its size may not suit all wearers.

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which is considered a positive for a modern mechanical chronograph. Reviewers highlight its clean dial, sharp legibility, and well-executed applied markers, with one noting a brown sunburst dial evoking vintage tropical effects. The winding action is described as sweet, and the watch is powered by a Sellita SW510Mb manual-wind movement. Accuracy figures vary, with one source reporting an average of +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day, and both note a 63-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers rate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII highly for its vintage-inspired design and premium feel at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

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