Hi Michael. For this summer collection, our goal was to create dials that pop but don't overwhelm. Working with our lacquer specialist on different hues, tints, tones, and shades, we felt that little adjustments sometimes made a surprisingly striking difference. A machined dial like this must be sprayed very skillfully in order to retain the textured character of the dial, while still applying enough lacquer to guarantee a flawlessly colored dial base. It's fascinating how subtle refinements in color, technique and texture can transform the overall aesthetic and evoke a sense of playfulness and vibrancy, perfectly capturing the essence of the summer season. We believe that sometimes all you need is a little splash of color.
You now have 24 hours early access before we make a big splash with the official launch tomorrow Thursday, July 13th, 2023. Only limited pieces available !!! Please do not share this link with anyone outside this group as the early access is exclusively for Formex Watch Club members. Thank you.
The Essence Splash Collection is a limited series of vibrant dials with a perfect balance between the gentle allure of pastels and the exhilarating intensity of neon hues. Each dial boasts the Essence collection's distinctive horizontal lines, meticulously CNC-machined into the dial base one by one. To achieve the unique grainy and ultra-matte finish, the colors are skillfully hand-sprayed in our dial manufacture nestled in the Swiss Jura mountains. Contrasting gun-metal finished hour markers and hands enhance legibility and make a bold statement against the vivid backdrop of the dials. At the 6 o'clock position, the date window exhibits its signature slope, flawlessly integrated with a perfectly color-matched date wheel. Embrace the spirit of summer with the Formex Splash collection, a unique fusion of colors, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.
Limited to summer
Embracing the essence of the summer season, these timepieces are available only during the sun-kissed months and in a limited production run, ensuring a unique and refreshing style that captures the spirit of the season. With their unique blend of colors, craftsmanship, and exclusivity, the Formex Splash collection represents the perfect opportunity to embrace the beauty and vibrancy of summer in a truly exceptional timepiece.
FEATURES
Swiss Made Automatic Movement
Chronometer
Patented Case Suspension System
Patented Micro-Adjustment System
Tool-Free Change Of Straps/Bracelet
Sapphire Crystal
Anti-Reflective (Ar) Coating
Transparent Case Back
Water Resistance 10 Bar
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
MOVEMENT
Swiss Made Sellita SW200-1 (self-winding) Automatic (Chronometer grade), officially certified by COSC. 26 jewels and glucydur balance wheel. Date display. Custom-built skeleton rotor with thermally blued screws. 41 hours power reserve.
Bezel: Stainless steel 316L
Case: Stainless steel 316L
Glass: Sapphire crystal (front and back) with anti-reflection treatment
STRAP
Italian calf leather straps with curved spring bars, Quick Release function and carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented Micro-Adjustment System.
Stainless steel bracelet with Quick Release and Micro-extension function.
All Essence straps and the bracelet can be changed by hand without the use of tools. The carbon fiber composite folding clasp with patented fine adjustment system can be changed without tools and can be used for all Essence ThirtyNine leather straps.
DIAL
Vertical brush finish with horizontally cut lines which are CNC machined into the dial base one by one. BGW9 Super-LumiNova on hands and indexes.
After an enthusiastic inaugural Windup Watch Fair Chicago in 2022, we couldn’t be more excited to return for a second year (07/14-16). We're bringing a brand new collection that you'll be able to discover for the first time. After the show, we'll be traveling to Raleigh (07/17), Charlotte (07/18), Greenville (07/19), and Atlanta (07/20) to meet with local watch groups. If you are not already a member of one of these groups and would like to attend one of these free events, please contact [email protected] for more information. See you soon.
Thanks for posting this one up, Mike. 