Nivada Grenchen DepthmastervsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

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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.

Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster at true scale

Depthmaster

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic at true scale

Skindiver II Automatic

Diameter

39mm

40mm

Thickness

13mm

12.7mm

lowest

Water Resistance

1000m

highest

200m

Power Reserve

38h

n/a

MSRP

$1,100

$609

lowest

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Miyota 9015

Case

5 specs
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
13mm
12.7mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
1000m
200m
Caseback
Stainless Steel 316
n/a

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Orange
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Miyota 9015
Power Reserve
38h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,100
$609
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster

Owners widely praise the Nivada Grenchen Depthmaster for its terrific build quality and vintage charm, noting it looks and feels similar to the original 1960s model and features a reasonable lug-to-lug measurement. Some reviewers highlight its impressive 1000m water resistance within a compact 39mm case and eye-catching dials, with one specific collaboration lauded for its unique seconds hand and charismatic case. However, opinions are split on sizing, with some finding the 39mm case small and wearing on the smaller side, while others praise it as perfect for smaller wrists. One owner found the build quality underwhelming, suggesting alternatives, and another described the folded steel bracelet as having sharp edges. Some also note that certain numeral designs appear rushed, and a specific collaboration's rubber strap was difficult to adjust.

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its excellent finishing and value, with many highlighting its comfortable 40mm wearability and retro aesthetic. Reviewers and owners alike commend its quality construction, including the brushed case finish, drilled lugs, and legible dial featuring faux patina. The watch is noted for its sapphire crystal and robust HexapleX case architecture. Accuracy figures are reported as controlled to ±15 seconds per day. Some owners find the 20mm strap problematic and one user was put off by the push-pull crown. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its vintage-inspired design and impressive finishing at its price point.