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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsLongines DOLCEVITA

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
DOLCEVITA
LonginesDOLCEVITA
MSRP $2,000

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
DOLCEVITA43.8mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
DOLCEVITA45h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
DOLCEVITA30m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
DOLCEVITA$2,000

Full specifications

Case

9 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
43.8mm
Thickness
13.4mm
10.1mm
Lug-to-Lug
43.8mm
Lug Width
19mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Finish
Brushed and polished
Water Resistance
100m
30m
Caseback
Solid

Crystal & Dial

6 specs
Crystal
Domed Sapphire
Sapphire
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Inner
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Silver
Indices
Applied
Painted Roman numerals
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

6 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
L592.5
Power Reserve
40h
45h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
None
Hours, minutes, seconds and date

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$2,000

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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.

Longines DOLCEVITA

Owners widely praise the Longines DOLCEVITA for its elegant dial, beautiful case shape, and value, with some finding its aesthetic superior to other luxury brands. One owner notes the presentation box is high quality. However, multiple owners flag the crown as comically bad and difficult to wind or set. This quartz fashion watch offers a dynamic dial and good wrist presence at $1,600, featuring interchangeable straps. Overall, owners rate the Longines DOLCEVITA highly for its classy appearance and value, with the elegant dial being a key draw.

From video reviewers

The Longines DOLCEVITA's automatic movement is praised for its accuracy and smooth operation. The watch's lug-to-lug fit is comfortable, making it suitable for everyday wear. A drawback is the watch's lume could be brighter, which might be a problem for those who plan to wear it in low-light conditions.

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