Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mmvsYema Skin Diver CMM.20

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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.

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm at true scale

Skindiver Automatic 38mm

Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 at true scale

Skin Diver CMM.20

Diameter

38mm

39.5mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

47mm

Thickness

12mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

MSRP

$549

lowest

$2,372

Movement

Miyota 9039

Yema CMM.20

Case

4 specs
Diameter
38mm
39.5mm
Thickness
12mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
47mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Yema CMM.20

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$549
$2,372
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Reviews

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

Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic 38mm

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic for its vintage-inspired design, slim 38mm case, and tool-like aesthetic, with many finding it a quality piece and good value for the money. Enthusiasts highlight its ridiculously bright and long-lasting lume, comfortable wearability, and fine finishing. Some owners, however, note sharp edges on the clasp and bracelet links, and a few find the push-pull crown a drawback or the 38mm case larger than expected on smaller wrists. On balance, owners rate the Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic highly for its vintage vibe and excellent value, singling out its bright lume and comfortable wearability.

From video reviewers

The Wolbrook Skindiver Automatic is praised for its authentic skin-diver interpretation and compact, vintage-inspired design. Reviewers noted the world timer bezel as a notable complication for its price point. One reviewer expressed significant dissatisfaction with an unspecified aspect of the watch.

Yema Skin Diver CMM.20

The Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 is lauded for its vintage aesthetic, 39.5mm case size, and well-proportioned handset with sharp indices. Owners praise its textured cream dial, French tool watch elegance, and the smooth winding feel of the in-house CMM.20 micro-rotor movement. The fully brushed bracelet with toolless micro-adjust clasp is considered Yema's best yet. Accuracy readings range from -3/+7 seconds per day to approximately 0 to -10 seconds per day. Some reviewers noted questionable finishing on a prototype's hour hand and a rattly, stamped clasp. The watch's pricing has been questioned by some due to brand QC reputation, and its extended lug-to-lug may challenge smaller wrists. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 for its vintage styling and improved bracelet design at its price point.

From video reviewers

The sapphire bezel insert and in-house CMM.20 movement are noted strengths. Reviewers questioned the value proposition compared to other Yema models.

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