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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsMr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
A perfectly useless afternoon
Mr Jones WatchesA perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP $195

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
A perfectly useless afternoon40mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
A perfectly useless afternoon40h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
A perfectly useless afternoon
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
A perfectly useless afternoon$195

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Category
Chronograph
Casual
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
13.4mm
Water Resistance
100m

Crystal & Dial

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

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$195

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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.

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon

Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon is widely praised for its creative, fun, and original design, with reviewers and owners alike highlighting its vibrant colors and ability to serve as a conversation starter. The watch is considered well-made for its price, featuring a unique aesthetic where a figure's leg indicates the hour and a rubber duck shows the minutes. Some owners report the blue nylon strap can be small in diameter. One reviewer noted the Milanese bracelet was too shiny and opted to brush it and the lugs for a more subdued look. The mechanical variant uses an STP1-11 automatic movement with a 44-hour power reserve and acceptable accuracy, while the quartz variant features a unique dial design with hour markers integrated into the watery visual. Overall, owners and reviewers rate Mr Jones Watches A perfectly useless afternoon highly for its imaginative design and good value.

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