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

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 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
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.
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.
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