Skeleton Movements: The See-Through Family
Author: Funny Items
Release time: 2026-08-25 23:12:37
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See-Through Movements
The NH70/71/72 family brings skeletonized movements to the accessible modding world. Here is how they differ from workhorse calibers.
The Skeleton Family
| Movement | Complication | Best Pairing |
|---|---|---|
| NH70 | No date, open heart | Open-heart dials |
| NH71 | No date, full skeleton | Skeleton dials |
| NH72 | Date + skeleton | Skeleton dials with date |
Key Differences from NH35
- Decorative finishing: angular bridges designed to be seen — no display caseback needed since the dial IS the window
- Different rotor: openworked rotor visible through dial cutouts
- Dial requirements: skeleton/open-heart dials only — standard solid dials hide the entire point
Practical Trade-offs
- Lume: skeleton dials have less surface area for luminous material — expect dimmer night visibility
- Dial pairing: match carefully per our quick chart — NH38 covers most open-heart dials too
Frequently Asked Questions
Are skeletons less reliable?
No — same base architecture as NH35 family. The skeletonization is decorative machining, not structural compromise.
Skeleton or exhibition caseback?
Different experiences: skeleton shows movement through the FRONT all day; exhibition back requires flipping the watch. Skeleton wins for daily enjoyment.
Where do I see examples?
Browse our collection for complete builds.