4 Avant-Garde Watches That Redefine Timekeeping
For the times that are changing, it would be a surprise if the world of horology did not push its boundaries of watchmaking. More than just a timekeeper, a watch is also a style statement that has a story of its own, a philosophy that its rooted out of. Although, the growing fervour is around heritage brands competing to put out the best smartwatches- something many consider an overrated convenience than "innovation"- what traditional watches offer is a kind of sentiment that is unparalleled.
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Look at the radical new Casio G-Shock GA-V01 for instance. The "cool eyes" watch that weighs 74g, feels like an extraterrestrial creation. With a glimmer of Sonic, the Hedgehog, the avant-garde watch isn't in slightest sense a subtle departure from classic horology. It immediately draws your attention to it with its bulky look.
But what gives it that edge?
The 3D hour markers sit outside the spherical glass as opposed to the printed ones on the dial. Quiet literally a call out the dystopian, this sci-fi like artefact is exclusively available in China. One might say, with colourways offered matte black, retro silver, lime green, and vibrant purple, the Casio engineers had a cyberpunk-ish epiphany.
Watches like the Cool Eyes defy convention, demand attention, and challenge the very idea of what a watch should look like-it's about imagination alongside the magic of mechanics.
While one may not discredit the undeniably practical designs of a well-made smartwatch, those watch-enthusiast on a look for watches that exemplify the avant-garde, here is a curated list of 4 watches that nod to the rebellious, experimental designs pushing boundaries of horology:
Urwerk's UR-112 Aggregate Back To Black
₹ 3,10,60,000
Pick any design from the collection, the Geneva-based independent Swiss luxury watch brand is known for its experimental designs breaking the traditionalist take on horology. The unapologetic, mechanically complex UR-112 Aggregate Back to Black is an elongated, almost stealth-like fighter titanium case is a bold choice and nothing less. Perfect for someone obsessed with Sci-Fi and thinks the Royal Oak is too conventional!
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Although, for those that prefer an understated sophistication, this Urwerk watch may not be for you.
Hublot Spirit Of Big Bang Year of Snake Watch
₹3,190,000
A limited-edition timepiece introduced this year celebrates the year of snake as per the Chinese culture. Powered by the HUB4700 self-winding skeleton chronograph movement, the Year Of Snake is a fusion of traditional symbolism and modern horology. The 42mm tonneau-shaped case has a snake-scale pattern on the bezel is the dial is gold-platted with sapphire crystal.
MING 20.01 Series 3
₹4,259,259.00
The Ming 20.01 Series 3 is an avant-garde watch in way that rethinks core elements of the watch design, specifically light interaction and architecture without changing much about the case shape. MING, known for its philosophical reinterpretation of avant-garde avoids the flashy designs but sticks to the core of the art movement.
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The watch measures 41.5mm in diameter, a DLC-coated grade 5 titanium case band 1.3mm thickness of the dial and is powered by a manual-winding chronograph movement.
MB&F Serpenti x Bvlgari
₹12,935,736.00
An emblem of eternal rebirth and bold metamorphosis, the MB&F watch is one of the most radically avant-garde watches reimagines Bvlgari's iconic serpenti design. Also, the first collaboration watch is made from 39mm grade 5 titanium.
Available in both, PVD-coated stainless steel and 18k rose gold variant, the case size measures 53mmx39mmx18mm. The four chambers of the dial have sapphire crystals and so do the top and the back of the watch.