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Spinnaker Croft Mid-Size SkeletonvsZelos Blacktip 41

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Croft Mid-Size Skeleton
SpinnakerCroft Mid-Size Skeleton
MSRP $425
Blacktip 41
ZelosBlacktip 41
MSRP $499

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40mm
Blacktip 4141mm
Power Reserve
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton40h
Blacktip 4140h
Water Resistance
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton100m
Blacktip 41200m
MSRP
Croft Mid-Size Skeleton$425
Blacktip 41$499

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Field
Diver
Diameter
40mm
41mm
Thickness
14mm
12mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
41mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Dollar Diver
Teal

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
SII NH38A
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$425
$499

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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.

Zelos Blacktip 41

The Zelos Blacktip 41 is widely praised for its exceptional quality and value, featuring a titanium case, sapphire crystal, and a reliable Miyota 9015 movement. Owners and reviewers highlight its well-proportioned 41mm case with strong ergonomics, a 47.5mm lug-to-lug, and a 11.5mm thickness, making it a comfortable diver for many. The watch boasts eye-catching dials with grained textures and degrade effects, complemented by large applied indices, a lume-filled crown, and strong two-tone lume. The bezel action is described as having firm clicks with a slight return. The Miyota 9015 movement provides near-COSC accuracy and a 200m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Blacktip 41 highly for its superb value and well-executed dive watch features at its price point.

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