Which is cheaper, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $425, against $3,200 for the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED — a $2,775 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED?

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED wears larger at 42mm versus 40mm for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton — a 2mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED?

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED is rated to 300m versus 100m for the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton or the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED?

The Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED carries a 72-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton.

What movement does the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton run compared to the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton uses the SII NH38A and the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED uses the L888.5.

Side by side

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsLongines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

croft-mid-size-skeleton-automatic-spongebob-squarepants-peek-a-boo-limited-edition-dollar-diver-sp-5152-01

MSRP $425

Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

L3.774.2.50.9

MSRP $3,200

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ

Diameter

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm

LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED42mm

Power Reserve

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h

LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED72h

Water Resistance

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m

LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED300m

MSRP

Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425

LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED$3,200

Full specifications

Case

7 specs

Crystal & Dial

3 specs

AR Coating

Inner

Both sides

Dial Color

Dollar Diver

Black

Lume

None

Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs

Caliber

SII NH38A

L888.5

Beat Rate

28,800 vph

25,200 vph

Power Reserve

40h

72h

Pricing

1 specs

MSRP

$425

$3,200

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What people say

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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton

The Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton is noted for its 40mm steel case, sapphire crystal, and 150m water resistance. One owner reports strong performance from the TMI NH70 movement at -3 seconds per day, with very nice lume. On balance, owners find the Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size Skeleton to be a pretty nice option, particularly for its movement performance and lume.

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Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED

Owners widely praise the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its retro design and versatility, with some noting it wears smaller than its dimensions suggest and its crystal height contributes to a perceived thinness. However, the 50mm lug-to-lug length is a point of contention, with some finding it a drawback while others report it fits flush on larger wrists and curves well on smaller ones. The clasp is reported to scratch easily, and some owners note dust can collect on the dial, while the lume is considered not strong and the bracelet lacks end links. Overall, owners value the Longines LEGEND DIVER 42 BLACK LACQUERED for its appealing vintage aesthetic and comfortable wearability, despite some practical concerns regarding the clasp and dial.

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