True ‘skeletonization’ also includes the trimming away of any non-essential metal on the bridge, plate, wheel train or any other mechanical part of the watch, leaving only a minimalist ‘bare’ skeleton of the movement required for functionality.

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    5 days ago

    Maybe some, but can’t you actually get one that’s made well? I’ve seen a few for a couple hundred.

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      5 days ago

      I have a few. They really run the gamut. I have some very nice pieces, and a handful of extremely cheap ones from Ali Express which, ironically enough, get more road time. Jaeger le coultre is kinda infamous for their skeleton guys, although known for being some what overpriced for the quality. You want to see a really cool one where the movement itself is built into the hands? Look up ulysse nardin freak.