Swiss watchmaker ArtyA has unveiled the Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition, a new addition to its Purity collection. This limited-edition timepiece boasts a transparent design, showcasing its intricate mechanical movement. The watch features a tonneau-shaped case made of synthetic sapphire, measuring 38.5mm in width, 43mm in length, and 12mm in thickness. The case is crafted using ArtyA's proprietary Saphir Absolu material, which has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale.
One of the standout features of the Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition is its chromatic personalization system. The watch's transparent sapphire case appears colored due to the visible colored joints, which come in seven different hues: orange, black, blue, violet, white, yellow, and turquoise. The watch also features a triple anti-reflective treatment, enhancing its readability. The leather strap is matched to the colored joints and secured with an ArtyA buckle.
The Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition features an open dial, showcasing the intricate mechanical movement within. The traditional dial is replaced by an entirely ajouré architecture, with the movement taking center stage. The vertical composition resembles the number eight, with two barrels dominating the upper section and an hour and minute display on a suspended ring. A small seconds hand adds to the unusual layout.
At the heart of the Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition lies a mechanical caliber developed in collaboration with Swiss movement maker Télôs SA. The Stairway to Heaven movement features a unique architecture, with a series of bridges supporting the balance wheel, creating a suspended effect. This movement has previously been used in other ArtyA models, including round and tonneau-shaped cases.
The Stairway to Heaven movement comprises 134 components and 22 rubies, oscillating at a frequency of 28,800 alternations per hour. The movement's power reserve lasts for 72 hours, thanks to two parallel barrels. The watch's functions are intentionally simple, with hours, minutes, and small seconds displays, prioritizing the visibility of the movement.
The Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition is limited to 99 pieces, with a price tag of 49,900 Swiss francs, 55,000 euros, or 61,000 US dollars, excluding taxes. The watch is available for purchase through ArtyA's official website or authorized distributors. This limited production run positions the watch within the high-end independent watchmaking segment.
The Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition is a testament to ArtyA's commitment to innovative watchmaking. With its unique design, intricate mechanical movement, and limited production run, this watch is sure to appeal to collectors and connoisseurs of high-end timepieces. The watch's transparency and chromatic personalization system make it a standout in the world of watchmaking.
Key points
- The Purity Curvy HMS Sapphire Sport Edition features a unique transparent design and mechanical movement.
- The watch is limited to 99 pieces, with a price tag of 49,900 Swiss francs, 55,000 euros, or 61,000 US dollars.
- The Stairway to Heaven movement has a 72-hour power reserve and oscillates at a frequency of 28,800 alternations per hour.
