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Spinnaker Croft 42 SkeletonvsBoldr The Boys

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Croft 42 Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft 42 Skeleton
MSRP $435
The Boys
BoldrThe Boys
MSRP $299

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Croft 42 Skeleton42mm
The Boys38mm
Power Reserve
Croft 42 Skeleton40h
The Boys40h
Water Resistance
Croft 42 Skeleton100m
The Boys200m
MSRP
Croft 42 Skeleton$435
The Boys$299

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Sport
Tool
Diameter
42mm
38mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Steel
The Boys' Brigade 90th Anniversary Edition
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH38A
Seiko NH35A

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$435
$299

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What people say

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Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton

Owners widely report the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton offers good build quality for its price, with some finding it a decent buy on sale. Reviewers note the 42mm case provides significant wrist presence. However, opinions are split on legibility and aesthetics, with some finding it poorly executed and uninteresting while others consider it one of the more legible skeleton watches. The watch is powered by a Seiko NH70 automatic movement with a 41-hour power reserve, though one reviewer considered the movement uninteresting. The bracelet and clasp are considered mediocre for the price point. Overall, owners and reviewers find the Spinnaker Croft 42 Skeleton to be a polarizing but potentially good value skeletonized dive watch when purchased on sale, with its build quality being a key positive for many.

Boldr The Boys

Boldr The Boys is praised for its lightweight, durable titanium case, ergonomic lugs, and excellent legibility with strong lume. Owners note the competitive price and good customer service, while reviewers highlight the reliable SII NH35A movement and 200m water resistance. Some owners report that titanium scratches easily and question the brand's history and recognition. On balance, owners and reviewers rate Boldr The Boys highly for its practical features and value at $299.

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