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And Urwerk releases UR100V T-REX..
Another release of the UR100V from Urwerk. But this time it is a 22 piece limited edition in Bronze and the upper part of the case is Hobnailed to mimic the scales of a T-Rex!! The scales are limited to the case and does not extend to the dial ( as in UR-105).
This message has been edited by FabR on 2021-01-19 08:10:58
With dimensions of 41 x 47 x 14mm, the UR12.01 caliber beats at 28,800 vph and has a power reserve of the usual 48 hours.
Except for the bronze case and scaly skin, the UR100V T-Rex does not offer anything new. The satellite disc method of rendering time is unchanged.
MSRP of CHF 50,000 for the diehard Urwerk fans.
Cheers.
This message has been edited by FabR on 2021-01-19 08:10:58
I uploaded the image in the original post so it also appears on the front page. Thanks for sharing👍🙏
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Thanks. Minor correction in the dimensions
Dimensions are : 41mm along the wrist and 47mm across.
Is Urwerk getting into a straight jacket?
Urwerk seems to be getting themselves into a design rut. They are unable to transition out of the trapezoid case shape as well as the satellite disc of rotating numerals.
With design paralysis setting in, the risk of them not being able think out-of-the-box and come up with a clear departure by way of a refreshing offering is a frightening possibility.
Tinkering with case materials or skin level cosmetic changes are likely to alienate the Urwerk collectors that became the brand patrons simply because of those path breaking avant garde offerings early-on.
The problem is exacerbated by vitrue of the fact that Urwerk has till date, focused more on design and simple industrial finish than anything by way of artisanal decorative finish. Unless they are able to come up with a real path breaking next release, collector interest may switch to alternatives.
It also does not help that Urwerks are priced a bit more to the North!!
Would love to hear views of the forumners.
Cheers
1 of the last 3 releases was satellite. The satellite is their core watch and so we are always going to see iterations on this.
Re the most recent UR-100 T-Rex this is exactly in line with previous releases, we know the new reference will go through several iterations that are purely cosmetic and we have seen this progression over the years.
The 100 was a departure insofar as the case was almost “normal” and likely brought many new clients to the brand who were put off by the unconventional cases that preceded the 100. It was also a lower price point, hardly entry level but 20% or more cheaper than the next step up in the current catalogue.
I’m not sure what we can really expect from a small manufacture like Urwerk. In their 20 or so years the output seems to have been pretty reasonable.
The 100 was a departure insofar as the case was almost “normal” and likely brought many new clients to the brand who were put off by the unconventional cases that preceded the 100. It was also a lower price point, hardly entry level but 20% or more cheaper than the next step up in the current catalogue.
I’m not sure what we can really expect from a small manufacture like Urwerk. In their 20 or so years the output seems to have been pretty reasonable.
Of course UR100 is relatively more affordable
When compared with their pricier offerings, the UR100 surely could be called as the URWERK entry level piece; though at $60K it still burns a hole through the wallet.
While their hallmark style of Satellite wandering hours display and the retrograde pointer date below that was avant garde a while ago, nevertheless it is only fit that each manufacture expands the range of offerings so that collectors of the brand have significant variety to appreciate and therefore be stimulated to add to their collection.
EMC
UR100
UR T8
UR103
UR105
UR110
UR 111
UR202 ( telescopic hands)
UR220
UR 1001
UR CC1
AMC
No notable complications have been issued by Urwerk that are within wearable dimensions. Few models have offered day/night indicators and the oil-change functions.
The UR1001 which did offer a calendar complication has a monstrous dimension of 106 x 62 x 23 !!! and can only be called wrist watch by the most audaciously imaginative person.
Watches such as the EMC are interesting but big at 43 x 51 x 15.8mm . With the use of capacitors and optical sensors controlled by circuit board, IMHO this is less of a mechanical watch but more of an electronic gadget. Opinions of course will vary.
The AMC is brilliant and looks like something out of a sci-fi movie with the master clock synchronization capability. But again, more gadgetry than mechanical horological purity here. The atomic master clock aluminium case that is used to synchronize the watch weighs 35 kilograms !!! .
The UR 210, though extremely gladdening to the eye, is still functionally plain except for winding efficiency indicator; but again not eminently wearable by persons with normal wrist sizes, given the dimensions at 43.8mm x 53.6mm x 17.8mm.
The UR 110 is 47 mm x 51 mm x16mm.
Even the UR 103 which is somewhat wearable is still 50mm x 36mm x 13.5mm . UR 103 does provide better wearer interaction by way of manual rate adjustment.
UR 202 with its telescopic hands is more wearable at 45.6 x 43.5 x 15mm
One can argue though that the near absence of lugs unlike that of a normal lug-welded case, makes the URWERKs comparable to some extent to the lug welded traditional shapes.
I thought it would be interesting to post all the URWERK Model images below in one place. ( pic courtesy : URWERK website)
EMC
UR100
UR T8
UR103
UR105
UR110
UR 111
UR202 ( telescopic hands)
UR220
UR 1001
UR CC1
AMC
I love it too!
Made the purchase and will pair it with a Horned leather strap to maximise the T Rex effect... can't wait to receive it