Seiko 62MASvsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic
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Measurements
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62MAS
Skindiver II Automatic
Diameter
40.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.6mm
n/a
Thickness
13.2mm
12.7mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
200m
Power Reserve
70h
n/a
MSRP
$1,200
$609
lowest
Movement
Seiko 6R35
Miyota 9015
Case
4 specsCrystal & Dial
5 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Seiko 62MAS for its beautiful vintage-inspired finishing, crisp bezel action, and overall build quality, with many appreciating its comfortable 40.5mm case and slim apparent height. Some owners report accuracy issues with the 6R movement, while others find it runs within specifications, and opinions are split on whether the 40mm size is too large for smaller wrists, with some noting it can wear top-heavy. The price point is considered high by some, though others deem it fair for a new watch. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Seiko 62MAS highly for its faithful recreation of the original design and refined modern interpretation.
The 37.5mm-38mm case size is a significant strength, offering a historically accurate and comfortable fit. Reviewers did not agree on any specific weaknesses.
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.
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