Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $498 for the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic — a $73 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A and the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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MSRP $425

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

8 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

4 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

Dial Color

Dollar Diver

Steel

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

SII NH38A

Miyota 8315

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$425

$498

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic for its attractive retro aesthetic, comfortable wearability, and good value, with many highlighting its striking green dial, box sapphire crystal, and well-executed Beads of Rice bracelet. Some reviewers note the Miyota 8315 movement is adjusted to ±15 seconds per day, and one owner found the steel bracelet's finishing did not match the watch as well as the rubber straps. A minority of owners express disappointment with the lume, bezel wobble, and a perceived lack of finishing refinement, with one reviewer ultimately not recommending the watch. Overall, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic highly for its vintage charm and comfortable bracelet at the price point.

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