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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsPagani Design PD-1717

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
PD-1717
Pagani DesignPD-1717
MSRP $158

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
PD-171738mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
PD-171742h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
PD-1717200m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
PD-1717$158

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diver
Thickness
13.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Miyota 8215
Power Reserve
40h
42h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$158

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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.

Pagani Design PD-1717

Pagani Design PD-1717 owners widely praise its value for money and competent finishing, highlighting its admirable lug drop and unique dial step. However, reviewers and owners consistently note its weak lume and a 13mm thickness. Some owners report ill-fitting end links and disappointing AR coating. Overall, owners rate the Pagani Design PD-1717 highly for its impressive value and competent finishing at its price point.

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