Mechanic Watch

An exercise in uncommon craft, launching exclusively at Wind-Up Fair NYC.

Cut from the thickest part of a Pinctada Maxima shell, the dial of the Vaulted Mechanic is 2mm of solid mother of pearl — ten times the thickness of a standard dial — machined and polished into the Mechanic's domed shape. The shell's brick-like microstructure gives it strength—and, reminiscent of the vaulted brick ceilings found in some of Detroit's most recognizable buildings, is what gives this world-first watch its name.

It's powered by the Swiss-made SW210-1, a hand-wound mechanical movement with a minimum 42-hour power reserve — no rotor, no battery, just a mainspring wound by hand through the crown. A stainless steel case and bracelet complete the look.

Designed and assembled in Detroit.