Maen Skymaster 38 MkiiivsSeiko Prospex Speedtimer

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Maen Skymaster 38 Mkiii at true scale

Skymaster 38 Mkiii

Seiko Prospex Speedtimer at true scale

Prospex Speedtimer

Diameter

38mm

41.4mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45.9mm

Thickness

13.4mm

13mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

MSRP

$1,679

$750

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW510

Seiko V192

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
41.4mm
Thickness
13.4mm
13mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45.9mm
Lug Width
n/a
21mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
n/a
Curved
AR Coating
n/a
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Dial Color
M6.1.1
White
Lume
None
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510
Seiko V192
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$750
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Reviews

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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 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.

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 Prospex Speedtimer

Owners widely praise the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its beautiful dial colors, with specific mentions of ice blue and cream, and its vintage-inspired design. Some find the 39mm case size, which wears smaller than its 41.4mm specification due to short lugs, fits perfectly on smaller wrists. However, owners are split on value, with some considering it a beautiful and incredibly valuable watch, while others question the price for a solar quartz movement and find the 13mm thickness notable. One reviewer noted the lack of quick-release or micro-adjustment on the bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Seiko Prospex SPEEDTIMER for its striking dial designs and compact, vintage-inspired wearability.

From video reviewers

The solar-powered chronograph movement is a key strength. The bracelet finishing is a potential area for improvement. Reviewers are split on whether the aesthetic successfully revives the spirit of the original "Pogue."

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