Which is cheaper, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton?

At MSRP the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton is the cheaper of the two at $550, against $5,230 for the Fortis Novonaut N-42 — a $4,680 gap before any retailer discounting.

Which is bigger, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton wears larger at 45mm versus 42mm for the Fortis Novonaut N-42 — a 3mm difference across the dial.

Which has better water resistance, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton?

The Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton is rated to 550m versus 300m for the Fortis Novonaut N-42.

Which has a longer power reserve, the Fortis Novonaut N-42 or the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton?

The Fortis Novonaut N-42 carries a 60-hour power reserve against 40 hours on the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton.

What movement does the Fortis Novonaut N-42 run compared to the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton?

Both watches run automatic movements — the Fortis Novonaut N-42 uses the Manufacture Caliber WERK 17 and the Spinnaker Piccard Skeleton uses the SII NH38A.

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