Which is cheaper, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $2,175 for the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto — a $1,750 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto wears larger at 46mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton — a 6mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto carries a 80-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto uses the H-10-S and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton AutovsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

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MSRP $2,175

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto46mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto80h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto50m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto$2,175

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Black

Dollar Diver

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

H-10-S

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

80h

40h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$2,175

$425

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Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto

The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is recognized for its bold, avant-garde design featuring a unique triangular case. It is powered by a skeletonized H-10-S or ETA C07.901 movement, providing an 80-hour power reserve. The watch includes a black dial with sunray brushing and hands treated with Super-LumiNova, and comes on an integrated rubber strap. Reviewers note that while its distinctive aesthetic is a significant appeal, precise time-reading may not be its main focus. On balance, the Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton Auto is appreciated for its striking, statement-making design and substantial power reserve.

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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