Get to know the reduced concrete jungle. Holthinrichs recently teamed up with The Horology Club to launch a watch inspired by Hong Kong.
The watch sits on a 38.5mm case designed by Holthinrichs to stimulate anyone's imagination and make it easier to imagine Hong Kong's modern surroundings.
Since Holthinrichs introduced timepieces with 3D printed elements in 2016 and 2023, there has been great interest in the brand among enthusiasts. Those unfamiliar with this brand might confuse it with something else, probably the new thing on the market. But it is an established organization. For the last four years, Holthinrichs has dominated the industry with its unique watchmaking approach that strikes a balance between traditional and futuristic approaches – something that is quite rare.
The Horology Club, on the other hand, is a paradise for watch lovers, watchmakers and everyone who has a penchant for elegant and innovative pieces. Since the founding of THC (The Horology Club) in Hong Kong, he has influenced the overall design of this new watch.
Hong Kong has always been very popular for its massive skyline and scenic city views, highlighted by tall buildings, concrete pavements, extensive street networks and well-designed concrete skyscrapers.
To give a clear picture of the city's appearance, the dial is made of sophisticated concrete, a material not popular in modern watches, but still tells a deep story with texture and depth.
The vast urban environment has been scaled down to a miniature version by Holthinrichs and The Horology Club to uniquely highlight the city's most attractive features.
There is a high probability that this new chronograph will be the first of many and will go down in history as the first timepiece with a concrete dial.
Although the signature “Concrete Jungle” ornament is late to the city party, everything about this new piece – from the dial to the case – has been perfectly executed by two emerging brands, thanks to their shared interest in innovation and watchmaking. Hats off to the two of them for meeting on common ground!
Just like Hong Kong, this watch has a sophisticated “concrete jungle” aesthetic, complemented by beautiful inscriptions on the edges of the dial that double as hour markers. And even though this chronograph is inspired by a big city, it is still in line with Holthinrichs' core principles – the use of raw materials for watches to maintain a holistic balance.
As a brand that prefers the contemporary approach to the traditional, Holthinrichs relies on 3D technology to create cases, and the signature ornament “Concrete Jungle” is no exception to this rule. It is also a product of 3D printing.
But it's worth noting: the brand is quite versatile with its technology – a buyer can choose between two different options: a 3D printed case or a CNC milled option.
With a retail price of $4,012, the CNC option is cheaper than its 3D counterpart, which retails for $5,835. Only 50 pieces will be made.
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