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Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium PurplevsBrew Super Metric

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Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
NorqainIndependence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple
MSRP $9,323
Super Metric
BrewSuper Metric
MSRP $475

At a glance

22 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple42mm
Super Metric36mm
Power Reserve
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple62h
Super Metric
Water Resistance
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple100m
Super Metric50m
MSRP
Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple$9,323
Super Metric$475

Full specifications

Case

8 specs
Diameter
42mm
36mm
Thickness
13.9mm
10.75mm
Lug-to-Lug
49.8mm
41.5mm
Lug Width
22mm
19.85mm
Material
Titanium
Stainless Steel 316L
Finish
Titanium
Water Resistance
100m
50m
Caseback
Solid
Stainless Steel 316L

Crystal & Dial

5 specs
Crystal Shape
Flat
AR Coating
Yes
Dial Color
Skeleton
Fine-Texture
Indices
Applied
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

8 specs
Caliber
NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre
VK68
Type
Automatic
Quartz
Beat Rate
28,800 vph
0 vph
Power Reserve
62h
0h
Jewels
25
0
Hacking
Yes
No
Hand-winding
Yes
No
Complications
Chronograph, Skeleton
Chronograph

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$9,323
$475

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What people say

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Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple

The Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple is praised for its comfortable titanium case and rubber strap, COSC-certified movement with a 62-hour power reserve, and flyback chronograph functionality. Reviewers note the skeletonized dial's artistic, nature-inspired design and bold purple luminous details. However, the dial's asymmetry and the watch's bold color and personality may limit its appeal as a daily wear for some, and criticism exists regarding the use of a third-party movement. On balance, reviewers find the Norqain Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Titanium Purple a fun, comfortable, and legible watch with a modern aesthetic.

Brew Super Metric

Owners widely praise the Brew Super Metric's unique, asymmetrical, and colorful 70s-inspired design, with many appreciating its finishing and dial details for the price. Some owners find the integrated bracelet can be a hair-puller, and the watch wears larger than its 36mm dimensions due to the square case and bracelet. The lume is noted as weak, and some find the dial graphics busy, though others love the colorful, essence-keeping 2.0 design. On balance, owners rate the Brew Super Metric highly for its distinctive style and value, with many finding it a fun and comfortable daily wearer.

From video reviewers

The Brew Super Metric's Meca-Quartz Chrono functionality is one of the best the reviewer has seen. The watch's unique design is a key part of its charm. The Seiko meca-quartz caliber contributes to its value for the price. The lume could be improved, as it's not as bright as some other watches in its class. The price may not be the cheapest option in its class.

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