Maen Skymaster 38 MkiiivsNivada Grenchen Chronomaster Manual
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Measurements
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Skymaster 38 Mkiii
Chronomaster Manual
Diameter
38mm
38mm
Thickness
13.4mm
lowest
14.6mm
Water Resistance
100m
100m
Power Reserve
n/a
45h
MSRP
$1,679
lowest
$1,975
Movement
Sellita SW510
Valjoux 7733
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which is considered a positive for a modern mechanical chronograph. Reviewers highlight its clean dial, sharp legibility, and well-executed applied markers, with one noting a brown sunburst dial evoking vintage tropical effects. The winding action is described as sweet, and the watch is powered by a Sellita SW510Mb manual-wind movement. Accuracy figures vary, with one source reporting an average of +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day, and both note a 63-hour power reserve. Overall, reviewers rate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII highly for its vintage-inspired design and premium feel at its price point.
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.
Owners praise the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Manual as a well-sized mechanical chronograph without a module movement. One owner notes the watch sits high on the wrist due to its automatic caseback, leading to some regret. Overall, owners appreciate the Chronomaster Manual as a capable manual-wind chronograph.
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