The commemorative watch was launched in celebration of the occasion and to reflect how the retailer has left an indelible mark on the local watch scene
Watch enthusiasts with a taste for unique horology go to The Hour Glass for mainstream classics as well as creative timepieces that push watchmaking boundaries. One such brand in the latter category is Urwerk, which has come to be closely linked with the watch purveyor for the past 15 years.
As The Hour Glass marks its 40th anniversary this year, collectors looking for special commemorative watch releases launched in celebration of the occasion must make sure to check out the exclusive Urwerk UR‑105 Commemorative Edition in Bronze, which features the watchmaker’s iconic “wandering” hours complication. While the complication within this watch is familiar, its new case combines the design features of past Urwerk models that have been launched throughout its partnership with The Hour Glass. These include the large crown of the UR-200 series, the U-shaped sapphire glass on the UR-103 watches, and the acid‑green Super-LumiNova that is seen on the UR‑105 collection.
As indicated by its name, the new commemorative piece has a case crafted out of bronze—a material that was also seen on an earlier Urwerk launched this year, the UR‑105 CT Maverick. But its significance in this later release goes deeper—the natural characteristics of bronze aptly represents the progression of the partnership between Urwerk and The Hour Glass. “Bronze marks the passage of time. Every hour leaves its mark, creating a living patina,” says Urwerk co-founder, Martin Frei.