Cincinnati Watch Company Desk DivervsJack Mason Palmera Skin Diver
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Measurements
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Desk Diver

Palmera Skin Diver
Diameter
36mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
42.3mm
lowest
47mm
Thickness
11.3mm
10.8mm
lowest
Water Resistance
50m
200m
highest
Power Reserve
45h
68h
highest
MSRP
$750
lowest
$1,049
Movement
Sellita SW210-1
La Joux-Perret G101
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver for its high accuracy, great power reserve, and lume, with fit and finish noted as on par with or better than competitors at its price point. Some owners report the manual-wind Sellita SW210-1 movement is smooth, though one source notes the watch has 0 meters of water resistance and another mentions potential small marks on the vintage case. The $1500 price is considered too high by some for a novelty item, with a desire for a more affordable quartz option. Overall, owners rate the Cincinnati Watch Company Desk Diver highly for its accuracy and build quality relative to its price point.
The Jack Mason Palmera Skin Diver is praised for its classic compressor-style case and versatile design. It features a La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement, regulated to approximately ±5 seconds per day, with a 68-hour power reserve. The watch has a slim 10.8mm profile and is available with a steel bracelet or FKM rubber strap, with pricing ranging from $1,049 to $1,349 USD. Overall, reviewers regard the Jack Mason Palmera Skin Diver as a solid offering with a classic aesthetic and robust movement.
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