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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsMarathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MarathonSteel Navigator SSNAV Auto
MSRP $1,300

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto41mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto40h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto60m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto$1,300

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Pilot
Diameter
38mm
41mm
Thickness
13.4mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
60m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Sellita SW200-1

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$1,300

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What people say

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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which offers a premium feel with a sharp, legible dial and well-executed applied markers. Reviewers note the sweet winding action and the vintage-inspired brown sunburst dial with dauphine hands and lollipop register pointers. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510Mb movement with a 63-hour power reserve. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer reporting +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII for its refined vintage-inspired design and compact dimensions at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto

The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto is praised for its high-accuracy quartz movement, with owners noting its comfort and reliable performance. Reviewers highlight its functional tool-watch appeal, featuring a sandblasted steel case, tritium tubes for constant low-light visibility, and 100-meter water resistance. One owner finds the 41mm case runs a bit small. The Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto utilizes an ETA F06.412 quartz movement with a claimed accuracy of +/- 10 seconds per year and includes a GMT bidirectional bezel. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Marathon Steel Navigator SSNAV Auto highly for its comfortable wear and dependable, high-accuracy quartz movement.

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