NORQAIN Independence Skeleton Chrono 42mm Orange
ALSO AVAILABLE IN-STORE
The new NORQAIN Wild ONE 8K Orange embodies bold adventure and technical mastery in equal measure. Its signature skeletonised dial — inspired by the 14 highest peaks on Earth — reveals a fascinating three-dimensional structure of polished and sandblasted surfaces, creating a depth that’s both intricate and harmonious. Powered by the in-house NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Caliber (NK24/1) with a flyback chronograph, this 42mm COSC-certified timepiece delivers precision, smoothness, and a 62-hour power reserve. With its vibrant orange detailing, 100m water resistance, and limited production, it stands as a tribute to those who live and climb beyond limits.
MOVEMENT
NORQAIN 8K Manufacture Calibre (NK24/1)
Mechanical automatic flyback chronograph movement
(with column wheel)
31 rubies
Personalised 8k mountain peak inspired NORQAIN
oscillating weight and bridge
62 hours power reserve
Bi-directional automatic winding system
Balance frequency: 28’800 vibrations per hour (4Hz)
Chronometer certified (COSC)
Small second counter at 6 o’clock
30-minute counter at 12 o’clock
Flyback chronograph with instant resetting and restarting
of the timer
DIAL
Skeletonised orange dial
White minute scale on an orange outer ring
Black counters at 6 and 12 o’clock
Diamond-cut flat indexes, rhodium plated, filled with white
X1 Super-LumiNova®
White NORQAIN logo
HANDS
Diamond-cut faceted hour and minute hand, rhodium
plated, filled with white X1 Super-LumiNova®
Diamond-cut flat central chronograph hand, gun metal
plated, filled with white X1 Super-LumiNova®
Diamond-cut faceted small counter hands, rhodium plated
CASE
316L stainless steel case
Diameter: 42.00mm
Thickness: 13.90mm
Width between lugs: 22.00mm
Lug to lug: 49.80mm
Water resistance: 100m
Screw-down crown with NORQAIN logo
Engraved 316L stainless steel NORQAIN plate on the left
side of the case
GLASS & CASE BACK
Double anti-reflective, scratch-proof, flat sapphire glass
Open case back with scratch-proof flat sapphire glass
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Brand: NORQAIN
Condition: New
Case Size: 42.0 mm
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Dial Colour: Other
Colour: Silver
Movement: Automatic
Water Resistance: 100 m
Power Reserve: 41 hrs
Glass: Sapphire
Style / Type: Sport
Strap: Rubber
Lug Width: 22 mm
Strap Colour: Orange
VAT PRICING & CUSTOMS
VAT Pricing & Customs
If you're purchasing from outside the UK, you may need to pay import duties and taxes upon delivery. This includes all EU countries following Brexit (from 1st January 2021).
Purchasing from the UK
All prices displayed already include 20% UK VAT.
No additional taxes or fees are required at checkout.
Purchasing from the EU
Prices shown exclude UK VAT.
We will not charge VAT, but your country's customs will apply local VAT and any import duties upon delivery.
Import Duties & Taxes (EU)
Orders are shipped via DHL Express, which calculates and collects any required VAT/duties before delivery.
These charges are set by your country’s customs, and neither Time+Tide Watches nor DHL has control over them.
Estimated Import Costs (Based on a £1,000 Watch)
- EU Countries: VAT approx. 15–24% (£150–£240)
These rates are estimates and may vary.
For any questions, feel free to contact us at sales@timeandtidewatches.co.uk.
SHIPPING
Local orders over £50 immediately qualify for FREE shipping. Items will be dispatched within 3 business days of purchase unless specifically advised otherwise within the product description.
Tracking details of all shipments are emailed upon dispatch. All shipping enquiries should be sent to sales@timeandtidewatches.co.uk
RETURNS & EXCHANGES
Your item can be returned within 14 days after purchase for any reason for a full refund. Return requests can be initiated through the self-serve form at the bottom of our Refunds and Exchanges page. Once your request is received, our team will contact you to arrange the return of your watch. Returned items must be unused and in their original packaging. We reserve the right to refuse a return if the product(s) show signs of wear.
WARRANTY
Every NORQAIN watch comes with an international manufacturer’s warranty of two years.
NORQAIN's warranty covers all manufacturing defects occurring during normal use, as described in their warranty conditions. NORQAIN will replace free of charge any defective components due to a manufacturing error found by their workshop.
Please note NORQAIN's warranty is not applicable in the following cases:
- Theft, loss.
- Wear and tear and normal ageing of the watch (scratched glass, impact on the case...)
- All types of damage to the entire watch (or part of it) resulting from improper handling or use, lack of maintenance, negligence, accident (drop, scratch, crush, broken glass, etc.), improper use of the watch or failure to follow the instructions provided.
- All types of damage indirectly related or consequential to normal wear and tear of the watch, such as non-functioning, defects or inaccuracies of the watch.
This warranty is void if the watch has been damaged by accident, negligence of persons other than authorised NORQAIN sales or services agents, unauthorised service, or other factors not due to defects in materials or workmanship.
The warranty is void if the serial numbers or product date codes or other tracking marks have been removed, altered or obliterated.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
If you have any questions or customer service enquiries, please contact our Customer Service team at sales@timeandtidewatches.co.uk or via +447888863230.
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