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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsVario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
Vario1918 SG60 Merlion Trench
MSRP $428

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench37mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench40h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench100m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
1918 SG60 Merlion Trench$428

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
38mm
37mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10mm
Lug-to-Lug
45mm
Lug Width
18mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M6.1.1

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Miyota 82s5

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$428

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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.

Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench

The Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench is widely seen as a commemorative keepsake, particularly for those celebrating Singapore's 60th anniversary or born in 1965. Reviewers note its vibrant red enamel dial and 37mm steel case with fixed wire lugs, along with 100m water resistance. One owner reported the watch is "patina-ing well" after three years, and the Miyota 82S5 movement is considered a reliable, cost-effective base. Overall, owners and reviewers appreciate the Vario 1918 SG60 Merlion Trench as a unique souvenir and tribute piece, with its distinctive enamel dial being a key draw.

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