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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsStraton Straton Curve Chrono MKII

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
StratonStraton Curve Chrono MKII
MSRP $1,099

At a glance

17 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Straton Curve Chrono MKII42mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Straton Curve Chrono MKII
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Straton Curve Chrono MKII100m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Straton Curve Chrono MKII$1,099

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Diameter
38mm
42mm
Thickness
13.4mm
13.9mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.4mm
Lug Width
22mm
Finish
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Solid
Stamped Design with Wheel

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
Domed
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Indices
Applied

Movement

5 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
NE86
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
40h
0h
Jewels
25
0

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$1,099

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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.

Straton Curve Chrono MKII

The watch offers a retro motorsport aesthetic with a quality finish and well-chosen movements at an affordable price. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.

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