Chronoswiss

Black

Reference Number :

CH-3714-BK

Series : SkelTec

Retail: $22,990

(As of: 04/2025)

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Quick TakeForget subtle hints of machinery; the SkelTec Black rips the veil away entirely, putting the intricate dance of its hand-wound heart, the Caliber C.304, on full display. This isn't just a watch; it's kinetic sculpture for the wrist. The stark contrast between the dark, brooding black DLC components and the exposed, whirring metal creates a captivating visual tension. You don't just see the time; you witness the power reserve held within the skeletonized barrel, feel the rhythmic pulse of the open balance wheel at 4 Hz. The 45mm case, with its sculptural curves and hollowed lugs, feels surprisingly organic despite its technical complexity. It's bold, unapologetic, and built for those who appreciate the raw beauty of mechanics laid bare. Strapping it on feels less like wearing a timepiece and more like harnessing a piece of micro-engineering, a conversation starter that reveals its secrets layer by intricate layer.

DescriptionThe construction of the SkelTec reference CH-3714-BK utilizes a 51-part case architecture composed primarily of stainless steel. Specific components, namely the bezel, the crown, the securing screws, and the case back retaining ring, are treated with a Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating, rendering them black. The overall case finish is characterized by a sand-blasted matt texture, contributing to its non-reflective, technical appearance. Dimensional specifications place the case diameter at 45 millimeters, with a total height measuring 15.15 millimeters. Lug spacing is engineered for a 22-millimeter band width. Protection for the dial side is afforded by a curved sapphire crystal featuring double anti-reflective coating. The bezel itself presents a dual finish, being both polished and knurled, adding tactile and visual complexity. Securing the rear aspect is a screw-down case back, which incorporates a sapphire crystal window for movement observation and features a satin finish. Water resistance is rated to 5 bar, indicating suitability for exposure to minor splashes or rain.

Internal mechanics are governed by the Manufacture Caliber C.304, a manually wound movement. This caliber operates at a frequency of 4 Hz, equivalent to 28,800 alternations per hour (A/h), ensuring stable timekeeping. Its architecture incorporates 21 jewels to minimize friction at critical points. Fully wound, the movement provides an approximate power reserve of 48 hours. The visual presentation is heavily defined by its skeletonized nature, extending to the movement itself, the spring barrel, and the prominently displayed open balance wheel. Time indication is restricted to central hours and minutes, displayed against a skeletonized dial structure treated with a galvanic black coating and a matt finish. The hands coordinating with this display are similarly skeletonized, featuring lacquer and Super-LumiNova inlays for low-light legibility. Attachment to the wrist is achieved via a strap combining calfskin and textile materials, secured with a folding clasp mechanism. This combination of technical execution and material choices underscores the watch's radically progressive design language, evident also in the organic, free-flowing forms of the case and skeletonized lugs.

GenderMen

SignaturesChronoswiss

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size45 mm

MovementHandwound

CaliberC.304

FunctionsHours, Minutes

Power Reserve48 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSapphire Crystal