Charlie Paris Watches Initial - SquelettevsKnot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

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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.

Charlie Paris Watches Initial - Squelette at true scale

Initial - Squelette

Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve at true scale

CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

Diameter

40mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

46mm

n/a

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11.3mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

Power Reserve

40h

40h

MSRP

$695

$281

lowest

Movement

Miyota 8N40

Seiko YN84

Case

7 specs
Category
n/a
Dress
Diameter
40mm
38mm
Thickness
10.3mm
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
n/a
Lug Width
20mm
n/a
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Miyota 8N40
Seiko YN84
Power Reserve
40h
40h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$695
$281
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Charlie Paris Watches Initial - Squelette

Owners widely praise the Charlie Paris Watches INITIAL - Squelette Steel (40mm automatic) for its French minimalist design and aesthetic appeal, with many appreciating its versatility for dressing up or down. The 40mm case and 9.5mm thickness are noted for good wearability. One owner specifically compliments the blue color and the blue skeletonized dial and tan leather strap combination. Sources indicate the watch is considered good value and of pretty good quality, with helpful customer service. Accuracy figures vary, with one owner reporting +5 to +10 seconds per day and another finding it accurate. One owner noted the movement is quite audible, and a different owner reported receiving their watch with something loose inside, requiring repair. The movement is identified as a Miyota 8N40. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Charlie Paris Watches INITIAL - Squelette Steel (40mm automatic) highly for its aesthetic appeal and value.

Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve

Owners praise the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its unique dial designs, such as the Raden with mother-of-pearl flakes and a deep red dial with gold dusting. The watch's low weight and comfortable mesh strap make it easy to wear, and the small seconds hand accurately hits its markers. Some owners find the "timepiece" text below the Knot logo undesirable, and one owner noted the strap width prevents the use of alternative straps. The Seiko YN84 automatic movement powers the watch, which features a 38mm steel case with polished and brushed finishes and 50m water resistance. Overall, owners appreciate the Knot Watches CAP 38mm Automatic Power Reserve for its distinctive visual appeal and comfortable wearability.