Which is cheaper, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

At MSRP the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is the cheaper of the two at $498, against $985 for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a $487 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic wears larger at 40mm versus 37mm for the Venezianico Arsenale 37 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Venezianico Arsenale 37 or the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

The Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic is rated to 150m versus 100m for the Venezianico Arsenale 37.

What movement does the Venezianico Arsenale 37 run compared to the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Venezianico Arsenale 37 uses the Miyota 9039 and the Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic uses the Miyota 8315.

Side by side

Venezianico Arsenale 37vsWolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

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

Venezianico Arsenale 37

arsenale-37-6121501c

MSRP $985

Wolbrook Skindiver WT Automatic

22-SWA-003-LR3-CAM

MSRP $498

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Arsenale 3737mm

Skindiver WT Automatic40mm

Power Reserve

Arsenale 3740h

Skindiver WT Automatic40h

Water Resistance

Arsenale 37100m

Skindiver WT Automatic150m

MSRP

Arsenale 37$985

Skindiver WT Automatic$498

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

4 specs

Crystal

Sapphire

Domed Sapphire

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Steel

Lume

Super-LumiNova

None

Movement

1 specs

Caliber

Miyota 9039

Miyota 8315

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$985

$498

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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

Venezianico Arsenale 37

Owners and reviewers widely praise the Venezianico Arsenale 37 for its superb execution and value, highlighting its thin 8.95mm case and excellent finishing for its sub-$1000 price. The dynamic dial, featuring Côtes de Genève, is noted as a positive design element. Some owners desire a smaller diameter and half links for the bracelet, and the strap-changing mechanism is described as difficult. One reviewer points out the lack of lume and visible screws fastening the bracelet, while another notes the seconds hand can become invisible under certain lighting conditions. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Venezianico Arsenale 37 highly for its impressive finishing and thin case at its price point.

From video reviewers

The watch's compact 37mm case is a notable strength, fitting almost every wrist perfectly. A weakness is the somewhat lacking lume brightness, which may be a drawback for some users. Reviewers disagree on the lug-to-lug length, with some finding it too short and others not mentioning it as an issue.

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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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