Which is cheaper, the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $488 for the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical — a $63 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical wears larger at 40.5mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton — a 0.5mm difference across the dial.

What movement does the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical uses the 8213 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Citizen Zenshin MechanicalvsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

NJ0180

MSRP $488

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

croft-mid-size-skeleton-automatic-spongebob-squarepants-peek-a-boo-limited-edition-dollar-diver-sp-5152-01

MSRP $425

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Zenshin Mechanical40.5mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Zenshin Mechanical40h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Zenshin Mechanical100m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Zenshin Mechanical$488

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

6 specs

Crystal & Dial

1 specs

Dial Color

Blue

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Movement

1 specs

Caliber

8213

SII NH38A

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$488

$425

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What people say

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Citizen Zenshin Mechanical

The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is widely praised for its exceptional value, lightweight and scratch-resistant Super Titanium case, and superb, textured dials. Owners and reviewers highlight the refined finishing and comfortable wearability due to the titanium construction and integrated bracelet design. The 60-hour power reserve automatic movement is noted as a strong point, with some finding the accuracy to be precise while others desire tighter tolerances. The integrated bracelet limits strap changes, and opinions on the bracelet and clasp quality are mixed, with some finding them cheap-feeling and others appreciating the design. The Citizen Zenshin Mechanical is priced around EUR 499, though one owner reported a purchase price of €360. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Citizen Zenshin Mechanical highly for its impressive cost-benefit ratio and attractive, comfortable design.

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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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