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Borealis Watch Co. SintravsNorqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold

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Sintra
Borealis Watch Co.Sintra
MSRP $650
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639

At a glance

13 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Sintra41.50mm
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Power Reserve
Sintra40h
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Water Resistance
Sintra200m
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
MSRP
Sintra$650
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639

Full specifications

Case

6 specs
Category
Sport
Skeleton
Diameter
41.50mm
42mm
Thickness
12.95mm
11.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
47.00mm
48.75mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm
Water Resistance
200m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Inner
Yes
Dial Color
Black
Skeleton
Lume
BGW9
Super-LumiNova

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Miyota 9015
NORQAIN NN08S
Power Reserve
40h
41h
Complications
None
Skeleton

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$650
$5,639

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What people say

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Borealis Watch Co. Sintra

Borealis Watch Co. Sintra owners widely praise its well-executed design, featuring applied indices and a shimmering blue dial that some prefer over more expensive alternatives. The timepiece is noted for excellent build quality and high-end specifications for its price, including a Miyota 90S5 movement and a premium bracelet. One owner did not purchase due to its size not being 39mm or less, while the 90xx movements are considered reliable and accurate, though some find them noisy. On balance, owners rate the Borealis Watch Co. Sintra highly for its impressive design and build quality at its price point.

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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