Which is cheaper, the Lum-Tec Combat Field or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $695 for the Lum-Tec Combat Field — a $270 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Lum-Tec Combat Field or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Lum-Tec Combat Field wears larger at 44mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton — a 4mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Lum-Tec Combat Field or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Lum-Tec Combat Field is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Lum-Tec Combat Field run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Lum-Tec Combat Field uses the Miyota 9075 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Lum-Tec Combat FieldvsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Lum-Tec Combat Field

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MSRP $695

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Combat Field44mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Combat Field40h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Combat Field200m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Combat Field$695

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

X6 Titanium GMT

Dollar Diver

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9075

SII NH38A

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$695

$425

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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.

Lum-Tec Combat Field

Owners widely praise the Lum-Tec Combat Field for its rugged build and excellent lume, with one owner highlighting the bronze case and California dial as special features. The DLC coating is considered durable, and the PVD finish offers a "pure sport" blacked-out aesthetic. Some owners appreciate the modern look and design elements like skeleton hands and a 9 o'clock crown, noting that the 43mm case wears smaller than its dimensions suggest. One owner experienced an issue with a chronograph second hand not aligning correctly, a common quartz chronograph problem. On balance, owners rate the Lum-Tec Combat Field highly for its robust construction and distinctive design elements.

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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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