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Norqain Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey GoldvsZelos Spearfish 3

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Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
NorqainIndependence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold
MSRP $5,639
Spearfish 3
ZelosSpearfish 3
MSRP $749

At a glance

14 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold42mm
Spearfish 340mm
Power Reserve
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold41h
Spearfish 340h
Water Resistance
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold100m
Spearfish 3200m
MSRP
Independence Skeleton 42mm Grey Gold$5,639
Spearfish 3$749

Full specifications

Case

7 specs
Category
Skeleton
Diver
Diameter
42mm
40mm
Thickness
11.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
48.75mm
40mm
Lug Width
22mm
20mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100m
200m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Skeleton
Diver - Forged Carbon
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
NORQAIN NN08S
La Joux-Perret G100
Power Reserve
41h
40h
Complications
Skeleton
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$5,639
$749

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What people say

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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.

Zelos Spearfish 3

The Zelos Spearfish 3 is widely praised for its exceptional finishing, with razor-sharp polish and flawless brushed transitions that owners feel exceed its price point. The 40mm case is noted for its wearability, and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement offers a 68-hour power reserve, with reported accuracy averaging +2.6 seconds per day. Reviewers highlight the exceptionally smooth bi-directional bezel and a tool-less micro-adjustment clasp described as best-in-class among microbrands. The sapphire sandwich construction and lumed bezel are also cited as desirable features. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Zelos Spearfish 3 highly for its outstanding finishing and value at its price point.

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