WU WEI by Logan Kuan Rao....something different !
mahesh
First thing that strikes me about this timepiece is the Originality of it.
Logan Kuan has created a DNA for his timepiece based on his learnings, cultural and artistic pedigree without any influence of Swiss, British or French...but something Unique and Original !
Wuwei's most striking part is the movement architecture, inspired by the Tao philosophy of 'no deliberate action' - creating something simple, well finished at the same time gives modern and tool-vibe.
33mm movement fills the case and the balance wheel is huge, beating at 21600 VPH with a 46 hours PR.
The dial is subtle, under stated and simple.
The case is 37,5mm case offered in YG or Pt.
Lugs are slim and curved wrapping around the wrist well, still having a modern stands.
A timepiece to be seen in metal for sure.
A timepiece to be seen in metal for sure.
The watchmaker also recently launched his 'unique piece' with detent escapement which has very interesting movement architecture too...
Personally I'm drawn by the originality and simplicity of it.
I do feel it is a great to have such young watchmakers with different ideas and execution, challenging the past notions and history of ''this is how we did it in the past''
share your thoughts...
Credits: all picture of the timepiece WuWei is from a great collector friend who generously allowed me to take the photos.
Best,
mahesh.,
Comments:
SALMANPK February 7th, 2026-19:39
Thank You for Sharing about Logan Kuan Rao, I agree with you the movement architecture is unique and for me sculptural 👍
mahesh February 8th, 2026-07:59
I like it a lot, having seen it in person one realizes how simple and different the timepiece is ! Happy you liked it
quattro February 7th, 2026-19:44
Thanks a lot, mahesh! This is very interesting and appealing in many ways. I’m not completely convinced by the 3 o’clock subdial of the WuWei, but apart from that (which is based only on photos – I know I might feel differently IRL) there’s a lot to like/love here. Best, Emman...
mahesh February 8th, 2026-08:00
I understand your point, it is a tricky dial layout I saw he changed it in the double-detent reference. However movement side is a refreshing take
Concord February 9th, 2026-00:27
Any suggestions how to get in touch with Mr Logan? thank you
mahesh February 9th, 2026-07:32
he is working alone so either email or visit him in person, he is based in Guangzhou China his email id is chlogan @ 126 . com (remove the spaces pls)
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