Moritz Grossmann Hamatic Silver-Plated: New Release
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Moritz Grossmann Hamatic Silver-Plated: New Release

By Mach · Mar 29, 2026 · 19 replies
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Mach's original post introduces the Moritz Grossmann Hamatic Silver-Plated by Friction, a limited edition timepiece celebrating the 200th birthday of founder Karl Moritz Grossmann. This article delves into the watch's unique aesthetic and technical features, offering a closer look at the brand's tribute to its heritage. Mach highlights the intricate dial work and the innovative Hamatic winding mechanism, providing a foundational understanding for collectors interested in independent German watchmaking.

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Pioneering German watchmaker Karl Moritz Grossmann was born on March 27, 1826. To celebrate, the brand has unveiled the Hamatic Silver-Plated by Friction, limited to 18 pieces:

We’re looking at a white gold case with a 41mm case diameter and a thickness of 11.35mm. 

Per their Instagram posts, the dial is created using a historical technique where the dial is given a fine-grained, velvet-like texture by hand-brushing it with various pastes and powders. The blue lacquer is filled in by hand:

For the first time with their Hamatic line, they are utilizing Arabic numerals in classic Breguet-style. The handcrafted and heat-blued gorgeous hands match the numerals and markers perfectly. The vintage-inspired logo adorns the dial.

The name, Hamatic Silver-Plated by Friction, refers to its unconventional winding mechanism. She’s brought to life by their in-house Calibre 106.0 beating at 21,600 vph with a power reserve of 72 hours:

Their pendulum-style hammer winding mechanism is bidirectional and equipped with a highly efficient and reliable mechanism that has two click wheels operating a reduction gear:

Each piece features a special hand engraving of Grossmann’s birth year “1826” on the balance cock:

*Note: all of photos above are courtesy of their Instagram posts.

She’s paired with a blue kudu leather strap:

*Note: finally photo is courtesy of Monochrome.

On a finally note, I wish this was in the 37mm case size. Additionally, I was trying to figure out how a 200th birthday equated to 18 pieces. Thanks to Christine Hutter, the brand was brought back to life in 2008, which is 18 years ago.

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GW
GWIS
Mar 29, 2026

I love it apart from the price of €73,500! All the best, Jon

QU
quattro
Mar 29, 2026

Thanks for sharing the news. Best, Emmanuel

ZS
ZSHSZ
Mar 29, 2026

Is it just me or MG became a bit of a one trick pony?

ZS
ZSHSZ
Mar 29, 2026

I’m no financial expert, but I think they made enough money by now to invest in the development of a chronograph or a repeater or a casual sport(y), watch which is in line with the brands philosophy…

GW
GWIS
Mar 29, 2026

I love the blued spear hands and the two tone dial, which gives it a modern vibe. The peripheral date helps to keep the rest of the dial legible, relatively uncluttered and symmetrical. But to each their own!

EI
EinPA
Mar 31, 2026

I wish they would despense of the mirrored finishing on the case though. A total scratch magnet.

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