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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsSeiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Presage Sharp Edged Series
SeikoPresage Sharp Edged Series
MSRP $1,400

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Presage Sharp Edged Series42.2mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Presage Sharp Edged Series45h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Presage Sharp Edged Series100m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Presage Sharp Edged Series$1,400

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
GMT
Diameter
38mm
42.2mm
Thickness
13.4mm
13.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.2mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Black
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
6R64
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
29

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$1,400

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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.

Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series

The Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Series is widely praised for its modern, angular case design and intricate Asanoha dial patterns, with reviewers highlighting its refined finishing and strong cultural significance. Owners and reviewers consistently note the 70-hour power reserve from the 6R35 movement (or 6R38/6R5J in some variants), anti-reflective sapphire crystals, and 10 bar water resistance. The collection is considered competitively priced, offering significant value for its design and build quality. Some models feature a super-hard coating on the case and bracelet. One owner notes the black dial of the SARX083 offers a subtle pop in the light, and another reviewer points out that a 24-hour indicator on certain models is a niche feature. Case sizes vary, with some models at 39.3mm and others at 40.2mm, and thickness ranges from 11.1mm to 11.8mm. Power reserves differ, with some models featuring 45 hours from the 6R21 movement.

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