Yema Skin Diver CMM.20vsZelos Mako V3 300m Ti

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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.

Yema Skin Diver CMM.20 at true scale

Skin Diver CMM.20

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti at true scale

Mako V3 300m Ti

Diameter

39.5mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

11.5mm

11.5mm

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$2,372

$549

lowest

Movement

Yema CMM.20

Miyota 9015

Case

4 specs
Diameter
39.5mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
46mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
Black
n/a

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Yema CMM.20
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$2,372
$549
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Reviews

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

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.

Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti

Owners widely praise the Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti for its exceptional value, titanium construction, and comfortable 40mm size, with many noting its quality and attention to detail for the price. Reviewers highlight the watch's bold design, unique dial options like meteorite and sun-kissed finishes, and the crisp action of its bidirectional bezel. One owner reports exceptional accuracy of under +1 second per day, while another notes a Miyota 9015 movement with a 42-hour power reserve. A reviewer mentions a slim 11.5mm thickness, though another points out a 15.5mm thickness with crystal as tall for suit wear. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Mako V3 300m Ti highly for its impressive specifications and build quality at an accessible price point.

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