BA111OD Chapter 7 Skeleton AnthracitevsZelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton
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Measurements
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Chapter 7 Skeleton Anthracite
Skyraider 40 Skeleton
Diameter
40mm
40mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
n/a
Thickness
10.5mm
8.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
Power Reserve
38h
n/a
MSRP
$1,635
lowest
$1,999
Movement
Sellita SW200-1
Marvin 700
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
3 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
The Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is noted for its skeletonized dial and the use of BGW9 and C3 Super-LumiNova for legibility. It is powered by a manual-wind ETA 6498 movement, offering a 44-hour power reserve. On balance, the Zelos Skyraider 40 Skeleton is seen as a cool-looking option, though availability is a factor.
The custom skeletonized Swiss Marvin 700 movement is cited as a visually striking feature. Legibility issues common to skeletonized dials are a noted weakness.
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