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Slow Watches Slow Round-S

The Slow Watches Slow Round-S is praised by owners for its small 34mm case size and unique day/night dial representation. Some owners find the proportions well-suited for a 6.5" wrist, with differing opinions on whether it is the ideal size or slightly small but not excessively so. On balance, owners appreciate the Slow Watches Slow Round-S for its compact dimensions and distinctive dial design.

Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton offers good build quality for its price, with some finding it a decent buy on sale. Reviewers note the 42mm case provides significant wrist presence. However, opinions are split on legibility and aesthetics, with some finding it poorly executed and uninteresting while others consider it one of the more legible skeleton watches. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH70 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, though one reviewer considered the movement uninteresting. The bracelet and clasp are considered mediocre for the price point. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton to be a polarizing but potentially good value skeletonized dive watch when purchased on sale, with its build quality being a key positive for many.

At a glance

11 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Slow Round-S34mm
Croft 42 Skeleton42mm
Power Reserve
Slow Round-S
Croft 42 Skeleton
Water Resistance
Slow Round-S100m
Croft 42 Skeleton100m
MSRP
Slow Round-S$280
Croft 42 Skeleton$435

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Diameter
34mm
42mm
Thickness
8.25mm
14mm
Lug-to-Lug
0mm
49mm
Lug Width
22mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
Black
Steel

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Ronda 515.24H
Seiko NH38
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$280
$435
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