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Bremont SupernovavsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

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Supernova
BremontSupernova
MSRP $8,250
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Supernova41mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
Supernova40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
Supernova100m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
Supernova$8,250
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Chronograph
Skeleton
Diameter
41mm
42mm
Thickness
14.4mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.75mm
Lug Width
14.4mm
22mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel (DLC coated)
Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Chronograph Bracelet
Skeleton
Lume
None
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,250
$5,639

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What people say

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Bremont Supernova

The Bremont Supernova is praised for its new ENG375 movement, big date, and power reserve indicator, with its 40mm steel case featuring mixed finishing and an integrated bracelet. Owners note good but not great lume, well-balanced proportions, and a premium feel for its price, despite a 173-gram weight. Some community members find the design derivative and the £8,000 price tag overly optimistic, with mixed views on the date window and crown guard. The proprietary Trip-Tick case construction offers shock protection, and the movement provides a 65-hour power reserve. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the integrated bracelet and proprietary movement as key strengths of the Bremont Supernova.

Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

The Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold is praised for its unique, mountain-inspired skeletonized dial design, though its asymmetry may not be universally appealing. It features a COSC-certified automatic movement with a 62-hour power reserve. One review notes a 42mm black DLC case with mixed finishing, while another mentions a titanium case and rubber strap contributing to comfortable wear. The price is listed at $7,490 for a jade green DLC titanium version. Overall, reviewers highlight the distinctive dial and comfortable wearability as key strengths of the Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold.

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