Which is bigger, the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII or the Redux Zero-Hour?

The Redux Zero-Hour wears larger at 39mm versus 38mm for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII — a 1mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII or the Redux Zero-Hour?

The Redux Zero-Hour is rated to 200m versus 100m for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII or the Redux Zero-Hour?

The Redux Zero-Hour carries a 41-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII.

What movement does the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII run compared to the Redux Zero-Hour?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII uses the Sellita SW510mb and the Redux Zero-Hour uses the Seiko NH35.

Side by side

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsRedux Zero-Hour

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

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MSRP $1,679

Redux Zero-Hour

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At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm

Zero-Hour39mm

Power Reserve

Skymaster 38 MKIII40h

Zero-Hour41h

Water Resistance

Skymaster 38 MKIII100m

Zero-Hour200m

MSRP

Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679

Zero-Hour—

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Domed Sapphire

Sapphire

Dial Color

M6.1.1

Black

Movement

2 specs

Caliber

Sellita SW510mb

Seiko NH35

Power Reserve

40h

41h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,679

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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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.

Owners widely praise the Redux Courg Type 39MM for its robust, no-nonsense design and good overall quality, with a reliable Seiko NH53A movement keeping time well. The titanium case and crystal have shown scratch resistance, and the bezel action is described as tight by some. Reviewers note the proprietary RDXB1 or blue lume glows brilliantly, though briefly. Some owners flag the crown stem as flimsy and the unidirectional bezel as having some play. Overall, owners rate the Redux Courg Type 39MM highly for its functional tool-watch design and durable titanium construction.

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