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Maen Skymaster 38 MKIIIvsZelos Comet 39

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Skymaster 38 MKIII
MaenSkymaster 38 MKIII
MSRP $1,679
Comet 39
ZelosComet 39
MSRP $2,499

At a glance

10 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Skymaster 38 MKIII38mm
Comet 3939mm
Power Reserve
Skymaster 38 MKIII40h
Comet 3940h
Water Resistance
Skymaster 38 MKIII100m
Comet 3950m
MSRP
Skymaster 38 MKIII$1,679
Comet 39$2,499

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Dress
Diameter
38mm
39mm
Thickness
13.4mm
7.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
39mm
Lug Width
20mm
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
M6.1.1
Tantalum LE

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW510mb
ETA/Peseux 7001
Type
Automatic
Manual

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,679
$2,499

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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.

Zelos Comet 39

Owners widely praise the Zelos Comet 39 for its wearable 39mm size, thin profile under 10mm thanks to its manual-wind Sellita SW215 movement, and its captivating dial with a deep starburst effect. The winding action is described as a joy, and the watch is considered a stunner for its price, blending modern and vintage aesthetics. Some owners note frustration with Zelos's limited production runs leading to quick sell-outs. One owner found the logo childlike, while another experienced strap-rubbing issues with the short lugs, which were resolved with a Milanese bracelet. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Comet 39 highly for its excellent value and striking dial design.

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