RAYMOND WEIL introduces the new Freelancer Automatic Skeleton 38mm. It is the first time the brand has incorporated the Freelancer Calibre RW1212 Skeleton in a 38mm case-size stainless steel watch.
“Since its debut in 2007, the freelancer collection has embodied the spirit of the free-spirited individual who values control over his destiny, with an eclectic range of urbane, mechanical timepieces designed to resonate with his journey.”
Key Features
Functions
Central hours and minutes.
Dial
Open dial showcasing the skeleton movement.
Hours and minutes hands are coated with Super-LumiNova®.
A blue flange encircles the open dial. It includes a white minutes track, graduated in increments of 5 minutes each.
The brand’s logo, coated with Super-LumiNova® (same as the hands), is situated on the blue flange at 12 o’clock.
Movement
Powered by the brand’s in-house automatic RW1212 skeleton movement. It drives the hours and minutes. According to online sources, this movement was a collaboration with Sellita.
Movement thickness: 5.47 mm.
Frequency: 28,800 vph or 4 Hz. Power reserve: 41 hours.
Movement features: Balance wheel visible at 6 o’clock. Bridge features a black ruthenium finish. Steel-colour movement components are rhodium-plated and match the stainless steel case. Movement wheels and balance wheel feature gold accents. The movement features the brand’s iconic W-shaped automatic rotor – first time on a Freelancer skeleton watch.
Case and Bracelet
Case is made from stainless steel.
Case diameter: 38 mm. Thickness: 10.87 mm.
Dial side features a sapphire crystal with anti-glare treatment on both sides.
Screwed-down caseback features a sapphire crystal.
Crown at 3 o’clock is screwed down, made from polished stainless steel and fluted with the brand’s RW monogram logo.
Water resistant up to 100 metres / 330 feet / 10 ATM.
Bracelet is made from stainless steel. It features a stainless steel folding clasp with a double-push security system.
Our Thoughts
Open dial watches with skeleton movements are usually the realm of expensive haute-horology brands. Sometimes brands don’t get it right. But when they do, the watches can take your breath away.
Based on images and supporting information, the Freelancer Automatic Skeleton 38mm is a well executed open dial watch with a skeleton movement. Its combination of a black ruthenium finished bridge, steel-colour and rhodium-plated components, and blue flange set against its stainless steel case and bracelet looks attractive. The 38mm case size adds versatility, perfect for both men and women and those with smaller wrists. It is an interesting watch to have in any collection, one that is a conversation starter. Its relatively affordable price tag will appeal to a broader spectrum of collectors. I look forward to seeing it in the flesh and doing a hands-on review.
Additional Details
Name: RAYMOND WEIL Freelancer Automatic Skeleton 38mm
Reference: 2783-ST-50000
Price: Swiss Franc (CHF): 3,175 / Euro (EUR): 3,425 / United States Dollar (USD): 3,325 / Great Britain Pounds (GBP): 2,925
In Dubai, RAYMOND WEIL watches are available at The Watch House (several locations), Dubai Outlet Mall, Al Futtaim Watches & Jewellery, and La Maison Du Luxe.
Please visit the RAYMOND WEIL website and Instagram page for more information.
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