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Tudor 1926 28mm AutomaticvsZelos Skyraider 2

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1926 28mm Automatic
Tudor1926 28mm Automatic
MSRP $2,400
Skyraider 2
ZelosSkyraider 2
MSRP $2,399

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
1926 28mm Automatic28mm
Skyraider 242mm
Power Reserve
1926 28mm Automatic38h
Skyraider 240h
Water Resistance
1926 28mm Automatic100m
Skyraider 250m
MSRP
1926 28mm Automatic$2,400
Skyraider 2$2,399

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Dress
Skeleton
Diameter
28mm
42mm
Thickness
9.1mm
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
48.5mm
Lug Width
15mm
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Mokume Gane
Finish
Polished
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid screw-down
Solid

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Silver
Mokume

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
T201
ETA 6498-1 Élaboré
Type
Automatic
Manual
Power Reserve
38h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,400
$2,399

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What people say

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Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic

Owners widely praise the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic for its refined aesthetic and comfortable wearability, with many appreciating its automatic movement and considering it a versatile everyday watch. Some owners note the date window can be difficult to read, and one owner perceives the 28mm size as looking large due to its small bezel and big dial. On balance, owners rate the Tudor 1926 28mm Automatic highly for its refined design and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The smooth and precise bezel action is a notable strength of this watch. A potential drawback is the use of a third-party movement, which may be a drawback for some enthusiasts who prefer in-house calibers.

Zelos Skyraider 2

The Zelos Skyraider 2 is praised for its value, particularly offering unique dial materials like meteorite at a fraction of luxury prices, and its bronze case is noted for a warm glow. Reviewers and owners highlight the Flieger-inspired design and the use of a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, with BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova lume. Some owners find the skeletonized variant ideal for style over everyday legibility, while others note the brand's past designs have sometimes been hard to read or bulky. The Zelos Skyraider 2 is available in various materials and dial options, with prices ranging from $699 to $1,399. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Skyraider 2 highly for its distinctive materials and design at a competitive price point.

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