Norqain Independence Skeleton Simon Moser Special EditionvsTissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton
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Independence Skeleton Simon Moser Special Edition

Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton
Diameter
42mm
39mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.4mm
n/a
Thickness
12.3mm
11.2mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
41h
80h
highest
MSRP
$4,990
$1,100
lowest
Movement
Norqain NN Manufacture
Tissot Powermatic 80
Case
6 specsCrystal & Dial
4 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsWhat people say
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The Norqain Independence Skeleton Simon Moser Special Edition features a 42mm case with crown protectors, a satin finish, sandblasting, and polished chamfers. One reviewer noted a 41-hour power reserve could be improved. Overall, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton Simon Moser Special Edition offers an approachable design and competitive pricing within the openworked watch market.
Owners widely praise the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton for its visually appealing skeletonized movement and fantastic dial for the price, noting its dual-contrast finished hands enhance legibility. The 39mm steel case is considered elegant and wearability is good for daily use, with one owner reporting accuracy within one second of atomic clock calibration after two days. The Powermatic 80 movement is reliable and offers an 80-hour power reserve, though its finishing is not considered high horology. Some community members flag resale value and legibility as potential concerns. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton highly for its visually striking skeletonized dial and reliable movement at its price point.
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