BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton AnthracitevsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite at true scale

Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm at true scale

Independence Skeleton 42mm

Diameter

40mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48.8mm

Thickness

10.5mm

lowest

11.8mm

Water Resistance

30m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

38h

38h

MSRP

$1,635

lowest

$6,091

Movement

Sellita SW200-1

Norqain NN08

Case

5 specs
Diameter
40mm
42mm
Thickness
10.5mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.75mm
Lug Width
n/a
22mm
Water Resistance
30m
100m

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal Shape
n/a
Flat
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Sellita SW200-1
Norqain NN08
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,635
$6,091
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Reviews

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BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite

Owners and reviewers widely praise the BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite for its well-finished, legible skeletonized dial and attractive price point, with one owner highlighting its unique sun-over-Lac-Leman design. The 40mm steel case and integrated bracelet with micro-adjustment are noted as sporty-chic and practical for daily wear. A reviewer points out the 38-hour power reserve is less generous than expected, and another owner finds strap changes fiddly due to the absence of quick-release spring bars. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite highly for its impressive skeletonized movement exhibition and finishing at an attractive price.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm is noted for its comfortable 42mm case and wearable design. Some reviewers highlight its skeletonized dial, intended to evoke a mountain landscape, as a unique artistic element. One owner reports the finishing is just okay, rating it below other brands. Another source considers Norqain watches, including the Independence Skeleton 42mm, to be overpriced with generic designs. On balance, owners and reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm to be a comfortable and artistically designed watch, though opinions on its value and finishing vary.

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