Swiss watch brand Norqain has just launched five new references in its Independence collection ? a nod to five successful years as an independent brand. The watches were launched in Zermatt, Switzerland, where the brand operates a flagship boutique and currently is a sponsor of the Zermatt Unplugged music festival. Jean-Claude Biver: ?An important part of Norqain’s potential is its strong community, which is made up of a younger generation and is always growing. In addition, the dynamic team dares to challenge industry standards and does so with enduring passion. I am proud to be part of this team and support its work as an Advisor to the Board.”

There are two 40-mm versions, for the first time with gradient dials (green: N3008S03A/ES301, brown: N3008S03A/NS301) and a ?scratched? finish (which is applied by hand, which means that every model is in theory unique). Both watches are powered by the COSC-certified NN08 (Sellita SW 200-1). In addition, there are also two new 42-mm Skeleton versions (blue: N3000S03A/301A, black with DLC: NB3000B03A/303), also powered by a Sellita SW 200-1 (NN08S) with 38 hours of power reserve. Most expensive option is the N3008SD03A/MB30D: The mint-colored mother-of-pearl dial comes with 12 diamond indexes, the bezel is set with 60 diamonds. Prices start here at $5,980 (strap), on metal bracelet, the price is $6,250. Speaking of the bracelet:
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