The Independence family is inspired by the courage it takes to do the unexpected. NORQAIN’s passion ticks inside every one of its exclusive, innovative and ultra-robust Independence timepieces – the new skeletonized model is no exception. These watches are designed for the explorer who feels most at home in the “my life, my way” ethos while confidently pursuing their passion.

A sign of NORQAIN’s watchmaking craftsmanship, the Independence 22 model’s skeletonised Sellita movement is based on the architecture principles of beam construction: each support point is held by at least two arms. Wearers and admirers can enjoy a stunning view of the robust and shock-resistant movement through the sapphire glass on both sides of the stainless steel case. The 42mm case features three different finishes – brushed, polished and sandblasted.

The unique design of the skeletonized movement is based on the architecture principles of beam construction: each support point is held by at least two arms. In traditional skeletonized movements, the arms are not straight and there is often only one arm per support point. Thanks to the unconventional design of the skeletonized movement, it always remains rigid and offers exceptional shock resistance and a high level of robustness, which distinguishes it from other skeletonized creations.

The transparent dial gives the wearer and admirers a clear view into the heart of the timepiece where the components of the COSC-certified NORQAIN calibre NN08S in a metallic ruthenium colour are responsible for its eye-catching design. The NORQAIN logo is on the scratch-proof sapphire glass and the “Chronometer” designation is on the ring, allowing for more of the skeletonized movement to be seen. The seconds hand has a red tip for enhanced legibility, the hour markers and minute scale stand out in rose gold, and the skeletonised hands are coated in top-quality Super-LumiNova® C1 X1 which emits a white colour.