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armen34 · 18 June 2016, 11:30 PM

Hello trf,

There are some really nice brands that make skeleton watches. Wondering if other watch lovers, like me, have any skeleton watches or tried them on or have interest in these skeletons????

tritium8 · 19 June 2016, 12:38 AM

I don't own one but I've always liked them. Mechanical watch movements, to me, are such works of art....put it on display

Kingair · 19 June 2016, 12:41 AM

Nothing for me except if it's a RM

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GB-man · 19 June 2016, 12:49 AM

The 15305 always pulled at my heartstrings

Someday maybe.

SemperFi · 19 June 2016, 01:14 AM

I had a Bulova Accutron Spaceview back in the late 60's. To this day I've regretted letting that watch go.

singe89 · 19 June 2016, 01:52 AM

Love them!!!

Headshrinker · 19 June 2016, 03:06 AM

I always wanted to buy the Chonoswiss Opus1, but never followed through. It's a great looking watch.

East Bay Rider · 19 June 2016, 03:36 AM

I like them in theory but don't think I'd wear one.

armen34 · 19 June 2016, 08:59 AM

Trying to get used to the octogon on the AP

GB-man · 19 June 2016, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by singe89

Love them!!!

Lordofrolex · 19 June 2016, 09:07 AM

Personally not for me. I love it but usually very high priced.

locutus49 · 19 June 2016, 09:08 AM

I prefer opaque dial but observation back. Easier to read the time.

armen34 · 19 June 2016, 12:39 PM

What do you guys think about Maurice lacroix, hublot and jaeger Lecoultre brands?

armen34 · 19 June 2016, 12:40 PM

Specifically the skeleton models...

singe89 · 19 June 2016, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

Thanks here's another from today. I wouldn't wear a skeleton as a daily beater because they are more difficult to read but that's because you usually get lost in all the details. It's truly artwork.

Once I got to see these artists in action in Le Brassus I knew I had to get a skeleton. AP will even hand engrave a rotor with your initials and/or coat of arms.

The Art of Openworking
http://youtu.be/p-5QJOaz_wE

armen34 · 19 June 2016, 03:02 PM

Interesting on the AP, skeleton not a daily wearer, I agree. Any comments on other brands?

Rock · 19 June 2016, 03:28 PM

That AP is lovely and actually fairly easy to read Jim.
Great recreational watch when you are not constantly using it as just a timepiece.

HL65 · 19 June 2016, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Love them!!!

brookish · 19 June 2016, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Thanks here's another from today. I wouldn't wear a skeleton as a daily beater because they are more difficult to read but that's because you usually get lost in all the details. It's truly artwork.

Once I got to see these artists in action in Le Brassus I knew I had to get a skeleton. AP will even hand engrave a rotor with your initials and/or coat of arms.

The Art of Openworking
http://youtu.be/p-5QJOaz_wE

Thx Jim, that's another one on my list... Absolutely stunning

RRGHOST1 · 19 June 2016, 09:14 PM

They don't interest me all and always seem harder to tell the time.

brandrea · 19 June 2016, 09:42 PM

Not for me. I love the beauty of a dial, whether it be sunburst or tapestry, etc.
I do like a clear caseback to see the movement though.

armen34 · 19 June 2016, 11:11 PM

Exactly my point, if you like a clear caseback, isn't it better on the top? That way you can see the beauty of the movement all the time? How often do you take off your watch and turn it over to watch the movement??? Not often imo, hence really considering a skeleton!

GoingPlaces · 19 June 2016, 11:30 PM

I love them, just a bit pricey. On the list though.

BLACKHORSE 6 · 20 June 2016, 02:18 AM

Would like to see this one in the metal. Cartier Tank LC, image from the web.

janice&fred · 3 August 2016, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lordofrolex

Personally not for me. I love it but usually very high priced.

i would also love one as they look way cool but i agree most anything with a swiss movement is going to be expensive. i seem to recall spotting an oris and i think another swiss brand skeleton on wrists around town but it was a while back and can't remember. without having to search all over the net does anyone have any idea of economical swiss made skeletons?

SearChart · 3 August 2016, 09:28 PM

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Originally Posted by BLACKHORSE 6

Would like to see this one in the metal. Cartier Tank LC, image from the web.

Love that one

I don't always like them but this Cartier Crash is just insanely beautiful IMO, I could have this as an only watch for the rest of my life.

(pic from aBlogtoWatch)

Etschell · 3 August 2016, 09:54 PM

i like them. anything that shows off the inner workings of the watch is quite nice.

zama · 3 August 2016, 10:35 PM

I thought about a second hand Breguet but wife talked me out of it.

Plastique999 · 3 August 2016, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Thanks here's another from today. I wouldn't wear a skeleton as a daily beater because they are more difficult to read but that's because you usually get lost in all the details. It's truly artwork.

Once I got to see these artists in action in Le Brassus I knew I had to get a skeleton. AP will even hand engrave a rotor with your initials and/or coat of arms.

The Art of Openworking

http://youtu.be/p-5QJOaz_wE

Mine says hi

Sent from my 16M

daveathall · 3 August 2016, 11:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by singe89

Thanks here's another from today. I wouldn't wear a skeleton as a daily beater because they are more difficult to read but that's because you usually get lost in all the details. It's truly artwork.

I am not a fan, well, at least I thought I wasn't until I saw this..It's absolutely wonderful.
Many congratulations, that is a superb watch.

18 June 2016, 11:30 PM	#1
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Are there much interest in Skeleton watches????? Hello trf, There are some really nice brands that make skeleton watches. Wondering if other watch lovers, like me, have any skeleton watches or tried them on or have interest in these skeletons????

19 June 2016, 03:36 AM	#8
East Bay Rider "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Real Name: Bill Location: East Bay RI Watch: GMT-II 16710LN Posts: 12,093	I like them in theory but don't think I'd wear one. __________________ I bought a cheap watch from the crazy man Floating down canal It doesn't use numbers or moving hands It always just says "now" Now you may be thinking that I was had But this watch is never wrong And if I have trouble the warranty said Breathe In, Breathe Out, Move On J. Buffett Instagram: eastbayrider46

19 June 2016, 09:07 AM	#11
Lordofrolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2015 Real Name: Brandon Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: Yes Please! Posts: 6,691	Personally not for me. I love it but usually very high priced. __________________ Rolex GMT Master II 116710LN Panerai PAM 359 Audemars Piguet RO 15300OR Follow me on Instagram: @b_jakobovich

19 June 2016, 03:28 PM	#17
Rock "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Real Name: Rocky Location: Australia Watch: Grail:Bluesy Posts: 17,873	That AP is lovely and actually fairly easy to read Jim. Great recreational watch when you are not constantly using it as just a timepiece. __________________ Cellini 4112. Sub 14060M. DJ 16233. Rotherhams 1847 Pocket-watch. Foundation Member of 'Horologists Anonymous' "Hi, I'm Rocky, and I'm a Horologist..."

19 June 2016, 09:14 PM	#20
RRGHOST1 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: luke standing Location: england Watch: Rolex TT SubC Blue Posts: 4,004	They don't interest me all and always seem harder to tell the time. __________________ RRGHOST1

19 June 2016, 12:38 AM	#2
tritium8 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Real Name: N8 Location: L.A. Watch: 216570 Posts: 1,745	I don't own one but I've always liked them. Mechanical watch movements, to me, are such works of art....put it on display

19 June 2016, 12:41 AM	#3
Kingair "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: USA Watch: Not enough ;-) Posts: 21,232	Nothing for me except if it's a RM Sent from my SM-N920T using Tapatalk

19 June 2016, 12:49 AM	#4
GB-man 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 37,537	The 15305 always pulled at my heartstrings Someday maybe.

19 June 2016, 01:14 AM	#5
SemperFi "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Real Name: Angelo Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Rolex Submariner Posts: 42,163	I had a Bulova Accutron Spaceview back in the late 60's. To this day I've regretted letting that watch go.

19 June 2016, 01:52 AM	#6
singe89 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Jim Location: Orange County, CA Watch: Rolex, AP & Patek Posts: 3,752	Love them!!!

19 June 2016, 03:06 AM	#7
Headshrinker "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Watch: Day-Date Posts: 4,056	I always wanted to buy the Chonoswiss Opus1, but never followed through. It's a great looking watch.

19 June 2016, 08:59 AM	#9
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Trying to get used to the octogon on the AP

19 June 2016, 09:08 AM	#12
locutus49 Banned Join Date: May 2014 Real Name: John Location: La Jolla, CA Watch: Platona Posts: 12,193	I prefer opaque dial but observation back. Easier to read the time.

19 June 2016, 12:39 PM	#13
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	What do you guys think about Maurice lacroix, hublot and jaeger Lecoultre brands?

19 June 2016, 12:40 PM	#14
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Specifically the skeleton models...

19 June 2016, 03:02 PM	#16
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Interesting on the AP, skeleton not a daily wearer, I agree. Any comments on other brands?

19 June 2016, 09:42 PM	#21
brandrea 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 79,119	Not for me. I love the beauty of a dial, whether it be sunburst or tapestry, etc. I do like a clear caseback to see the movement though.

19 June 2016, 11:11 PM	#22
armen34 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: OC Posts: 1,466	Exactly my point, if you like a clear caseback, isn't it better on the top? That way you can see the beauty of the movement all the time? How often do you take off your watch and turn it over to watch the movement??? Not often imo, hence really considering a skeleton!

19 June 2016, 11:30 PM	#23
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	I love them, just a bit pricey. On the list though.

3 August 2016, 09:54 PM	#27
Etschell "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: FL Watch: platinum sub Posts: 15,884	i like them. anything that shows off the inner workings of the watch is quite nice. __________________ If you wind it, they will run. 25 or 6 to 4.

3 August 2016, 10:35 PM	#28
zama "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Real Name: Craig Location: Sydney Watch: 4 Broken glass Posts: 5,809	I thought about a second hand Breguet but wife talked me out of it. __________________ Day Date 118206, Daytona 116509 & 116505, AP 25859ST Gone but not forgotten and genuinely missed..... Root Beer GMT, Sub, TT Daytona, YG DD Bark, Datejust(2 his & hers), AP RO, PP Aquanaut, Lange 1, Heuer Monza, Piaget Altiplano, GP Chrono, Seamaster, Tudor Sub, Tudor Chrono, Tudor Black Bay Bronze

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