Which is cheaper, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $498, against $575 for the Astor + Banks Chrono — a $77 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Astor + Banks Chrono wears larger at 44mm versus 40mm for the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Astor + Banks Chrono or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Astor + Banks Chrono.

What movement does the Astor + Banks Chrono run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Astor + Banks Chrono runs a quartz caliber (Ronda 5050.B), while the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic runs a automatic (Miyota 8315).

Side by side

Astor + Banks ChronovsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

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

Astor + Banks Chrono

chrono

MSRP $575

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Chrono44mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

Chrono40h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

Chrono100m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

Chrono$575

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

4 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Black

Steel

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Ronda 5050.B

Miyota 8315

Type

Quartz

Automatic

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$575

$498

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Astor + Banks Chrono

Owners widely praise the Astor + Banks Chrono for its sporty design, wrist-friendly 38.5mm size, and enthusiast-friendly price starting at $525. One reviewer notes the date numeral is consistently half in shadow due to deep-set placement. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Astor + Banks Chrono highly for its design and value at the price point.

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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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