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Breitling Navitimer AutomaticvsWolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

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What people say

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Breitling Navitimer Automatic

Owners widely praise the Breitling Navitimer Automatic for its gorgeous design, historical appeal, and versatility for daily wear. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its comfortable 41mm size and thin profile, making it suitable for both dressy and casual occasions. The legibility of the dial is frequently mentioned as a strong point, with some appreciating the slide rule bezel for practical or decorative use. Accuracy is generally reported as good, with one owner noting +4 seconds per day. However, the 30m water resistance is a point of concern for owners, who advise avoiding any water contact. Some owners find the dial busy, though others embrace this characteristic. The high-polished case is noted to scratch easily, but some owners prefer this as it contributes to a worn aesthetic. Overall, owners rate the Breitling Navitimer Automatic highly for its attractive design, comfortable wearability, and value as a more accessible alternative to chronograph Navitimers.

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT for its handsome vintage aesthetic, authentic retro vibe, and value for money, often highlighting its legible dial, sapphire crystal, and drilled lugs. The worldtimer bezel and comfortable Beads of Rice bracelet also receive positive mentions. However, some owners report issues with hand color matching, lume quality, bezel wobble, and a high-sitting strap. One owner found the 40mm size wore larger than expected, while another was put off by the push-pull crown. The Miyota 8315 movement is considered less desirable than the 9 series by one owner, and the brand's warranty is not honored if the watch is sold or gifted. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT highly for its vintage personality and value, despite some noted build quality concerns.

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Navitimer Automatic41mm
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz40mm
Power Reserve
Navitimer Automatic38h
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz
Water Resistance
Navitimer Automatic30m
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz100m
MSRP
Navitimer Automatic$5,550
Skindiver WT Chrono-Mecaquartz$432

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Diameter
41mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
13mm
Lug Width
0mm
20mm
Finish
Stainless steel
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Black

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Breitling 17 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Power Reserve
38h
0h
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,550
$432
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