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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsPraesidus Desert Field

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Desert Field
PraesidusDesert Field
MSRP $195

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Desert Field34mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Desert Field40h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Desert Field50m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Desert Field$195

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Chronograph
Field
Diameter
38mm
34mm
Thickness
13.4mm
Lug Width
18mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Red

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
Ronda 515
Type
Automatic
Quartz

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$195

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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.

Praesidus Desert Field

Praesidus Desert Field owners highlight its textured dial, with one specifically mentioning the Black Texture variant. On balance, owners find the Praesidus Desert Field appealing for its dial textures.

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