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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsanOrdain Model 3 Method

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Model 3 Method
anOrdainModel 3 Method
MSRP $4,693

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Model 3 Method39mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Model 3 Method56h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Model 3 Method50m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Model 3 Method$4,693

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Chronograph
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10.45mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
Lug Width
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Model 3 Method

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Sellita SW300
Power Reserve
40h
56h
Jewels
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$4,693

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What people say

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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII

The Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is praised for its refined case, impressive fit and finish, and compact 38mm size, which offers a premium feel with a sharp, legible dial and well-executed applied markers. Reviewers note the sweet winding action and the vintage-inspired brown sunburst dial with dauphine hands and lollipop register pointers. The watch is powered by a manual-wind Sellita SW510Mb movement with a 63-hour power reserve. Accuracy figures vary, with one reviewer reporting +7 seconds per day and another stating a tolerance of +/-15 seconds per day. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII for its refined vintage-inspired design and compact dimensions at its price point.

From video reviewers

The 38mm case size is a key strength for the Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII. Reviewers noted the excellent quality-price ratio for a Swiss-made chronograph.

anOrdain Model 3 Method

Owners widely report the anOrdain Model 3 Method's dial is unique, deep, and colorful, with a textured surface that plays with light. Reviewers praise its craftsmanship and elegant case, noting a slim 39mm profile. Some owners find the skinny lugs less appealing, and one forum member preferred the dial typography of an earlier model and disliked the Model 3 case. While no longer considered a value proposition due to price increases, the quality is deemed worth the cost. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the anOrdain Model 3 Method highly for its unique dial and elegant case craftsmanship.

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