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Benrus Watches · Sky Chief

Benrus Watches Sky Chief

Ref. SKY-SS-B-036-01 · Chronograph

$3,950Sold out
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Case

Diameter
36mm
Thickness
11.9mm
Lug-to-lug
42.5mm
Lug width
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
Water resistance
100m

Crystal & dial

Crystal
Sapphire
Dial colour
Stratus Grey

Movement

Caliber
ETA 2894-2
Type
Automatic
Hacking
No
Hand-winding
No
Complications
Time only

Design language

Case shape
round
Dial style
matte
Sub-dials
3
Bezel
fixed
Bracelet
leather
Hands
baton

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2 colorways

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01The living market

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It is on r/Watchexchange and WatchUSeek right now, and finding it means searching both by hand. Not appraisals or offers.

Retail$3,950

1 for sale right now.

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03The community take

Owners talk.

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Overall, owners and reviewers praise the Benrus Watches Sky Chief - Stratus Grey for its faithful vintage-inspired design and wearability on its 36mm case, with one reviewer noting its improved thickness. Sources mention the ETA 2894 automatic movement, 100m water resistance, and BGW9 Super-LumiNova lume. One owner finds the dial difficult to read in low light, while a reviewer states legibility is good. On balance, enthusiasts and reviewers appreciate the Benrus Watches Sky Chief - Stratus Grey for its vintage aesthetic and solid build, despite a reviewer noting its $3,950 price is aggressive.

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