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Vario FuturistvsWolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

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Futurist
VarioFuturist
MSRP $648
Skindiver II Automatic
WolbrookSkindiver II Automatic
MSRP $579

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Futurist39mm
Skindiver II Automatic40mm
Power Reserve
Futurist40h
Skindiver II Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Futurist100m
Skindiver II Automatic200m
MSRP
Futurist$648
Skindiver II Automatic$579

Full specifications

Case

5 specs
Category
Dress
Diver
Diameter
39mm
40mm
Thickness
10mm
12.7mm
Lug-to-Lug
48mm
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire (faceted)
Domed Sapphire
Dial Color
Purple
Black

Movement

1 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9039
Miyota 9015

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$648
$579

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What people say

Owners + reviewers, side by side

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Vario Futurist

The Vario Futurist is widely praised for its fun, retro-futuristic design and unique faceted sapphire crystal, offering significant visual intrigue at an affordable price. Owners note its ability to catch the light beautifully. One reviewer flags that the recessed crown can be difficult to operate, and the 39mm case offers more wrist presence than expected.

From video reviewers

The faceted sapphire crystal and distinctive case finishing are praised. The crown placement and sharp case edges are noted as drawbacks. Reviewers disagreed on the watch's overall value proposition.

Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic

Owners widely praise the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic for its retro aesthetic, comfortable 40mm wearability, and legible dial with faux patina, with the brushed finish, drilled lugs, and included Beads of Rice bracelet and tropic strap being highlighted. The watch features a Citizen/Miyota 8315 movement, adjusted in France to ±15 seconds per day, offering a 60-hour power reserve and 200m water resistance with a box sapphire crystal. Some owners note the 20mm strap size as potentially problematic, and Wolbrook's policy of not honoring the warranty on resold watches is a significant criticism. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Wolbrook Skindiver II Automatic highly for its compelling retro design and solid build at its price point.

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