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Watches and Wonders 2026: Norqain releases its lightest watch, the Wild ONE Skeleton X-Lite

There are also two editions of Freedom Chrono Enjoy Life ‘Sprinkles’ Special Edition
Norqain is pushing the envelope with the release of its lightest watch so far, the Wild ONE Skeleton X-Lite, at this year’s Watches and Wonders. The watch is powered by a new skeletonised movement. Read more below…

Wild ONE Skeleton X-Lite
The Wild ONE Skeleton X-Lite (Ref. N3003.26X01.B01.R01) is a limited edition of 200 pieces and is the brand’s lightest and most robust timepiece, weighing just 45 grams. The watch is constructed from over 30 ultra-light components, including titanium, aluminium, NORTEQ® carbon fibre, and yellow rubber, and introduces a proprietary carbon fibre composite called X-Lite in the casing ring for enhanced lightness and shock absorption. 


Despite a slim profile of 11.95 mm, the watch is engineered for high-impact performance with shock resistance exceeding 5,000 G and water resistance to 100 metres. At its core is the proprietary NORQAIN 4K Manufacture Calibre, a skeletonised, chronometer-certified automatic movement developed with AMT that features a 65-hour power reserve and bridges sculpted into mountain peak shapes. The aesthetic is defined by a skeletonised black dial with yellow detailing, a logo at 12 o’clock, and skeletonised hands and markers outlined in luminescent yellow Super-LumiNova®. Further technical features include a black NORTEQ® crown with a yellow rubber grip and a sapphire crystal case back printed with the limited edition numbering. This timepiece also introduces a world-first double-layered strap concept, combining a perforated black and yellow rubber upper layer with an interchangeable, ultra-light stretch-band for a precise, personalised fit.


Freedom Chrono Enjoy Life “Sprinkles” Special Edition
The NORQAIN Freedom Chrono Enjoy Life "Sprinkles" is a vibrant, 40mm stainless steel special edition watch inspired by the sweetness of summer treats. It features a matte light blue dial adorned with colourful Super-LumiNova® "sprinkles" and white counters, complemented by a unique date window that displays a soft ice cream icon every seven days.


Powered by the mechanical automatic NORQAIN Calibre N19 with a 62-hour power reserve, the timepiece is built with a scratch-proof box-type sapphire glass and an open caseback that reveals a special "Enjoy Life" ice cream printing. With a water resistance of 100 meters, this playful watch is available on a steel bracelet or white rubber straps, capturing a fresh and spirited personality designed to celebrate life's simple pleasures. This model is also available in a light pink dial with matte finish (Ref. N2201.19S04.K01.S01). 


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