Skeleton Watches Under 500

This watch allows you to view the mechanisms at work, thanks to the skeletonized dial and exhibition case-back. The engraved face is available in a range of colourways, each with a complementary strap in high quality materials such as leather or alligator. The face features a GMT dial which allows you to view two time zones, and a Sun/Moon dial. The watch runs on an automatic self-winding mechanical movement. This means your watch will keep running for as long as it’s worn, without any need for batteries.

The Invicta brand is well-known on the market for its gorgeous-looking watches that are both durable and easy to wear. In this case, the 1090 Russian Diver features a scalloped bezel with a skeleton dial without numbers. Still, this doesn’t mean it is difficult to read – it just sets the attention on the Skeleton dial, which charms you with the movements of all those tiny elements!

The case is big (52mm) and is made from a gold-tone stainless steel material with a synthetic sapphire dial. The system needs to be hand-wind, but this is not too much of an inconvenient once you get used to the idea.

Since the watch is a bit big and heavy, the producer had it fitted with a durable polyurethane band that can hold everything in place. Furthermore, the watch resists in about 50m of water, which makes it suitable for a quick swim.

• Gunmetal stainless steel case.
• Sport style design.
• 40-hour battery reserve.
• Water-resistant to 100 meters.

This striking robust watch is crafted from gunmetal stainless steel, creating the matching watch case and watchband.

A leather-free watch band is a perfect option for those who prefer to steer away from animal products! The sporty design makes it suitable for everyday wear to elevate any outfit, but it also proves to be a classy touch for smarter looks too.

Furthermore, the watch face is coated with durable sapphire glass, making it less prone to cracks and scratches. The rear of the watch is fitted with a secure double-press clasp to fix the band onto your wrist.

This watch has a great water-resistant rating to 100 meters, however, it is not suitable for diving. It works well for snorkeling, swimming, and showers meaning you will barely have to take it off. It also has a generous 40-hour battery reserve before you’ll need to wind it up again.

• The simplistic design is easy to like.
• Beautiful rose gold numerals.
• Genuine leather strap.
• Scratch-resistant glass.

This is a beautifully classic and stylish piece that has a wallet-friendly price tag alongside innovative design features. The Lucien watch has a simplistic design with a genuine black leather strap and a stainless steel watch case.

It’s a watch that works for both male and female styles with the toned-down pink and black hues. The face is decorated with 4 rose gold numerals in a modern and easy-to-read font. It also features smaller hour and minute markers.

The bezel is a dauphine style holding tapered ends with white accents in the middle. Alongside the usual dial, it also has a second dial. The large silver crown makes it easy to set up and adjust with a push-pull motion.

Synthetic sapphire crystal glass covers the watch face making it less prone to scratches and damage that can come along with daily wear. It’s also suitable to wear in the water and shower, but should not be submersed.

• Beautiful roman numerals on the watch face.
• Croc-embossed strap.
• White border.
• Mechanical hand-wind movement.

The Invicta 17185 is a slightly old romantic style watch with a modern twist. The 42mm watch face holds simple black roman numerals that are easy to read paired with the white-colored outer ring and stainless steel bezel. It also has minute markers on the outer rim. The open skeleton begins just after the rim.

Next, the scratch-resistant flame fusion crystal takes the durability of this watch one step further. Plus the large push/pull crown located on the right-hand side of the watch. The watch case is durable stainless steel that can withstand everyday wear.

Furthermore, the watch is created with a beautiful brown leather croc-embossed strap giving it that slightly more casual look. The strap fastens with a tang clasp and is super soft and comfortable to wear making it perfect as a daily piece!

• Rose gold tones feature.
• Polished silver skeleton.
• Seconds and minute tracker.
• Luxury dauphine-style hands.

This watch is incredibly well-designed both mechanically and aesthetically. The comfortably large circular watch face holds a black base paired with 4 large rose gold-tinted numerals plus smaller hour markers. It also includes white second markers on the outer rim. The luxe design works with both casual and dress styles.

On top of this, the watch has opulent dauphine style bezel hands. These are tapered at the ends much like old fashioned watches. The watch also has a self-wind automatic movement meaning you won’t have to replace any batteries.

The watch is crafted with Krysterna Crystal glass resisting scratches and damage from everyday wear. The real leather strap is comfortable to wear and secures with a buckle clasp. Lastly, it’s water-resistant for swimming and showering.