Which is cheaper, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $1,595 for the Massena LAB Dato-Racer — a $1,170 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which has better water resistance, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is rated to 100m versus 50m for the Massena LAB Dato-Racer.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Massena LAB Dato-Racer or the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton carries a 40-hour power reserve against 38 hours on the Massena LAB Dato-Racer.

What movement does the Massena LAB Dato-Racer run compared to the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Massena LAB Dato-Racer uses the SW400-1 and the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

Side by side

Massena LAB Dato-RacervsSpinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

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

Massena LAB Dato-Racer

DR-001

MSRP $1,595

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

11 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Dato-Racer40mm

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

Power Reserve

Dato-Racer38h

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

Water Resistance

Dato-Racer50m

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

MSRP

Dato-Racer$1,595

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

Full specifications

Case

5 specs

Crystal & Dial

2 specs

AR Coating

Yes

Inner

Dial Color

Black

Dollar Diver

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SW400-1

SII NH38A

Power Reserve

38h

40h

Jewels

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$1,595

$425

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Massena LAB Dato-Racer

Owners widely praise the Massena LAB Dato-Racer as an excellent everyday watch, appreciating its blend of 1970s-inspired aesthetics with modern dimensions. This model is a limited edition of 99 pieces. On balance, owners rate the Massena LAB Dato-Racer highly for its successful fusion of vintage design and contemporary wearability.

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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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