Formex updates the Essence 39 with more power and on-the-fly adjustment

Formex has updated its best-selling Essence 39 Automatic COSC, bringing several technical developments from elsewhere in the Essence family to the collection’s compact 39 mm format. The familiar case architecture and proportions remain unchanged, but the latest generation gains a screw-down crown, an upgraded Sellita SW200-2 Power+ movement and a new micro-adjustable bracelet clasp. The watch remains 39 mm in diameter, 10.5 mm thick and … Continue reading Formex updates the Essence 39 with more power and on-the-fly adjustment

anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain

By Brent Robillard With a handmade porcelain dial, custom typography and beautifully judged proportions, the anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain encourages a different kind of watch collecting Tea cups. That is what I think of when someone says “porcelain.” Ming Dynasty vases, blue-painted dinnerware and the Chinoiserie that found its way into European homes during the 17th and 18th centuries. Watches do not immediately come to … Continue reading anOrdain Model 1 Porcelain

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Atelier Wen and Massena LAB unite for the Inflection Shuò

Atelier Wen and Massena LAB have joined forces for the Inflection Shuò, a 50-piece limited edition that brings Swiss hand-finishing together with Atelier Wen’s Chinese design language. Named for the Chinese character 烁, meaning “sparkling,” “glittering,” or “radiant,” the collaboration is offered in two versions: 40 pieces combining white and rose gold on the dial, and 10 with an all-white-gold dial reserved for established clients … Continue reading Atelier Wen and Massena LAB unite for the Inflection Shuò