Skeleton / semi / open heart watches

[chrisyen]

I notice many ppl actually like watches with some part of its mechanical movement exposed

Full skeleton from high end VC to independent like Benzinger....
Watch flipped side like GO panoinverse...
Or std skeleton 6497/98 movement into Maurice Lacroix to other online brand...
Or semi skeleton as in Oris, Hamilton...
Or open heart like zenith, epos....

N lately the popular sevenfriday

U also like ur watch movement exposed?

[meoramri]

Only got one open heart piece:



Actually am looking at a full skeleton from Orient Star: The one on the left

[shamtv2555]

i been poison my seven friday  lately.......

[chrisyen]

That's why, every1 like skeleton thing...

Which I'm trying to understand

Sevenfriday movement not even finish... But ppl like it so much

[Everdying]

sevenfriday also got issues with its factory strap.
the edges fray after just a few months, and being a 28mm, well needless to say choices arent aplenty.

but sevenfriday has become a fashion statement already.
for some reason its especially popular in the middle east, probably no thanks in part to Watch Anish.

[Lurch]

Im a sucker for skeleton watches, though i do not own one yet!
2 of my all time favourites... prices are increasing every year....

[Sunriver]

Skeletons are in itself unique. I am too a fan of its design.

I have been eyeing the ORIS for some time. I have been waiting for the right "offer" from the AD.

I've also checked out EPOS at its KL showroom but unfortunately, it feels a little too "plastic-ky" especially the markers. It was a shame as it had a lot of potential.

Peace.

[hanz079]

Most value for money Skeleton watch?
Looks modern too unlike the many skeletons that are "almost" similar in look.

[Godzillaz]

I prefer hand work skeleton than machine stamp skeleton watch. Even though the consistency and quality would be an issue.

My reason being I won't own/buy a lot of skeleton watch in my collection 

Regard
Tyler

[hanz079]

I prefer hand work skeleton than machine stamp skeleton watch. Even though the consistency and quality would be an issue.

My reason being I won't own/buy a lot of skeleton watch in my collection 

Regard
Tyler

Of course the price would reflect that... hehehe
Anyway, I have tried some skeleton watch and I spoke out loud "hmmm... can't seem to read the time easily"
The saleslady immediately said "readability is not the point, point is it's an AP"
Gosh... I have been buying watches for the wrong reasons!!! hahaha

[JOS2012]

I'm totally with you on this.
Mass produced stamped skeleton dials can look quite industrial and coarse which may defeat its very purpose of being an art piece.

Most if not all skeleton watches are almost illegible to read anyway. Their sole purpose is for you to appreciate the fine sculpture of the various bridges which are minimized to show the geartrain, barrels and escapement.  The bridges are of course decorated as well.

OTOH Griebe & Benzinger, Credor, VC, AP, RM skeletonized pieces are truly works of art.

There is also skeleton and dial-less or see through dials... a fine differentiation  I think.

I prefer hand work skeleton than machine stamp skeleton watch. Even though the consistency and quality would be an issue.

My reason being I won't own/buy a lot of skeleton watch in my collection 

Regard
Tyler

[JPSP]

I think for most of us who like to admire the movement from the back of our watches...likely we'll like to have a "see through" watch. I was a victim and here's what solved it.

[jason_recliner]

That Tissot is pretty sweet.  Probably the first Tissot I would consider worth owning.

[Everdying]

my only skeleton is an old swatch from the 90s
i dont really like skeletons, open heart i can tolerate provided its done nicely - like seven friday - and not as the attraction piece like so many others do.

[1to12]

Most value for money Skeleton watch?
Looks modern too unlike the many skeletons that are "almost" similar in look.

I'm also one of those who likes skeleton watches... there's something that pulls our desire to see the inside... it's natural i guess... 
 
Nice indeed for a Tissot. Didnt know they have a skeleton model. Value for money and it's modern design is a tempting proposition. 

I dont have one yet but liked the Panoinverse, Opus, ML above, and Zenith Chronomaster El Primero 1969. Benzinger design is nice but expensive...

[G.MAC]

To be brutally honest, one gets over the novelty of a skeleton watch pretty quickly. I had one and after awhile, it just does not seem that unique.

[mav23]

I'm totally with you on this.
Mass produced stamped skeleton dials can look quite industrial and coarse which may defeat its very purpose of being an art piece.

Most if not all skeleton watches are almost illegible to read anyway. Their sole purpose is for you to appreciate the fine sculpture of the various bridges which are minimized to show the geartrain, barrels and escapement.  The bridges are of course decorated as well.

OTOH Griebe & Benzinger, Credor, VC, AP, RM skeletonized pieces are truly works of art.

There is also skeleton and dial-less or see through dials... a fine differentiation  I think.

I prefer hand work skeleton than machine stamp skeleton watch. Even though the consistency and quality would be an issue.

My reason being I won't own/buy a lot of skeleton watch in my collection 

Regard
Tyler

i'm also with u guys on this. i believe u guys r referring to tourbillon = works of art 

[chrisyen]

i was right then... ppl really love skeleton watches....

i never hv one, so wondering why ppl likes it...

the tissot is well worth! at least unique and no other brand using same machined movement!

I recalled Mr. Parkorn

http://www.malaysiawatchforum.com/index.php/topic,10676.0.html

[sidestreaker]

Tried a squelette-watch once. My excitement stopped when I saw my 'bulu-tangan' behind all that beautiful movement parts.
I placed it back in the display, it looked better there...

[chrisyen]

Tried a squelette-watch once. My excitement stopped when I saw my 'bulu-tangan' behind all that beautiful movement parts.
I placed it back in the display, it looked better there...

 

[ndtaan]

Most value for money Skeleton watch?
Looks modern too unlike the many skeletons that are "almost" similar in look.

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I've seen this one in person.
It's really,really good looking.
Very unique in the way the dial cut off.
And the second counter at 9 really tops it off.
It was going for rm5800 when it first came out two months ago,but they've increased 10-15% since then.