Jack Mason Palmera Skin DivervsOrient AC0Q-40 Diver

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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.

Jack Mason Palmera Skin Diver at true scale

Palmera Skin Diver

Orient AC0Q-40 Diver at true scale

AC0Q-40 Diver

Diameter

39mm

39.9mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46.5mm

lowest

Thickness

10.8mm

lowest

12.8mm

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

68h

highest

40h

MSRP

$1,049

$370

lowest

Movement

La Joux-Perret G101

Orient F6722

Case

3 specs
Diameter
39mm
39.9mm
Thickness
10.8mm
12.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46.5mm

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

7 specs
Caliber
La Joux-Perret G101
Orient F6722
Beat Rate
0 vph
21,600 vph
Power Reserve
68h
40h
Jewels
0
22
Hacking
No
Yes
Hand-winding
No
Yes
Complications
None
Date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,049
$370
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Reviews

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Jack Mason Palmera Skin Diver

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.

Orient AC0Q-40 Diver

Owners praise the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch for its value, sapphire crystal, and durable build quality, with many appreciating the 39.9mm case size for its smaller, trendy appeal and the raw steel bezel for a vintage look. The bracelet features folded end links, and while the in-house automatic Orient F6722 movement is considered a good workhorse, the watch is not ISO certified for diving, though suitable for swimming. Unless a purple dial is specifically desired, other color options are recommended. On balance, owners rate the Orient AC0Q-40 Diver Watch highly for its appealing design and value proposition in a compact package.

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