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Article: The most fascinating special watches!

The most fascinating special watches!

Intro: Special watch

There are luxury timepieces, and then there are "special watches." Urban Ace has compiled a list of truly fascinating watches. Special watches that stand out... not just because of their precision, craftsmanship, or price, but because they have a story . Watches that are so special because of their innovation or creativity... watches with a story that will blow you away! In this article, we delve deep into the world of the most special watches the watch industry has to offer.

A watch doesn't just tell time; it tells a story!

The revolution of special watches

These days, watches aren't just a timekeeper. They're an extension of your own self. With a watch, you want to say something. With a watch, you make a statement. But some watches are truly special! Take the 'Astronomia' by Jacob & Co., for example. This watch is a rotating planetarium for your wrist, complete with a miniature Earth that rotates on its axis every 24 hours and a tourbillon that makes a full rotation every 60 seconds. It's the perfect fusion of art and watchmaking. Over the years, watches have evolved into art on your wrist. No longer just a functional way to tell the time. No... with a watch, you have a piece of art on your wrist.

Every tick of a watch is a reminder to make every second count.
Zephyr Rose Gold

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Enigma - Rose Gold

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Enigma - Rosé Gold

Nemesis - Rosé Gold

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Nemesis - Rosé Gold




Special techniques and materials

All contemporary watches also incorporate new materials. The latest generation of watchmakers is experimenting with ultralight materials like carbon fiber and new composites. These materials also allow for the creation of unique women's watches or men's watches . Watches that are lighter or smaller, for example. This makes it possible to create new designs with a refreshing look. Some avant-garde watch brands are now using 3D printing technology to create complex components that were traditionally impossible to produce. This opens up a whole new world of possibilities for watch design.

A watch is the only jewel that also keeps you on time.

Top 7 Most Unique Watches in the World

Brand Watch
1: Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300G
2: A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Minute Repeater
3: MB&F HM9 'Flow'
4: Richard Mille RM 56-02 Sapphire
5: Vacheron Constantin 57260
6: Van Cleef & Arpels Midnight Planetarium
7: Jacob & Co Astronomy

1 Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime Ref. 6300G

With 20 different complications, this is Patek Philippe's most complex wristwatch ever. It features five different chiming modes, including grande and petite sonnerie, an alarm with time signature, and a date repeater. The case can be rotated to reveal two different dials.

Special watch Patek

2 A. Lange & Söhne - Zeitwerk Minute Repeater

This Glashütte-based watch brand combines a digital time display with a minute repeater. The unique mechanical system displays the time via jumping digits, while also being able to chime with different tones for hours, quarters, and minutes upon request.

Bijzonder horloge Zeitwerk

3 MB&F - HM9 'Flow'

Inspired by aerodynamic designs from the 1950s, this watch looks more like a miniature work of art than a timepiece. It features a complex titanium case with glass domes that showcase the delicate movement.

MB&F watch

4 Richard Mille - RM 56-02 Sapphire

A technical masterpiece crafted from sapphire crystal, the entire movement is visible. It features a unique cable system that keeps the movement floating within the case, inspired by suspension bridges.

Richard Mille watch

5 Vacheron Constantin - 57260

With 57 complications, it's the most complex watch ever made. This pocket watch includes a double perpetual calendar, a star chart, and various chronograph functions.

Vacheron Constantin watch

6 Van Cleef & Arpels - Midnight Planetarium

This astronomical watch shows the actual movement of six planets around the sun, each represented by gemstones rotating around the dial at different speeds.

Planetarium watch

7 Jacob & Co - Astronomia

The Astronomia features a unique movement mechanism that rotates in three dimensions. The watch has a central rotating platform on which various elements rotate.

Special men's watch

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Apex - Metal Grey

Apex - Metal Grey

€169,00

Apex - Olive Green

Apex - Olive Green

€169,00

Apex - Turquoise

Apex - Turquoise

€169,00

Apex - White

Apex - White

€169,00

Azure - Deep Green

Azure - Deep Green

€89,00

Azure-Gold

Azure-Gold

€89,00

Azure - Pearl Silver

Azure - Pearl Silver

€89,00

Azure-Tiffany Blue

Azure-Tiffany Blue

€89,00

Enigma - Rosé Gold

Enigma - Rosé Gold

€149,00

Enigma - Silver

Enigma - Silver

€149,00

Watch Travelbag - Travel bag for 3 watches

Watch Travelbag - Travel bag for 3 watches

€34,95

What's so special about your watch?

Yes, that's a question you should ask yourself before buying a special watch. What you consider important and special is different for everyone. You might find it important to be able to tell the time clearly. You might like a digital watch, or you might not. Perhaps you want a unique dial, or perhaps you prefer a striking watch, or perhaps a stylish men's watch . We've compiled a list of what we think makes a watch special.

  • The price; The price can make a watch special.
  • The design; A watch can look special because of its design.
  • Features; Special features can make a watch special.
  • Materials; What materials were used in making your watch?
  • Brand; Some watch brands are simply special.
  • The Story; Some unique watches tell a story.
  • Innovation; Sometimes the innovation or renewal of a watch can be called special.
  • Limited edition; Sometimes only a few rare watches from a series are made.
  • History; The history of the watch. For example, how old is your watch?

Urban Ace; Special watches for men

As you can see, we have several unique watches. Urban Ace also has several special watches for men . What all our watches have in common is an eye for design and quality. We offer a particularly special price, and the materials we use are simply top-notch!

Zephyr Titan - Gun Metal

Zephyr Titan - Gun Metal

€189,00

Zephyr Titan - Ice Blue

Zephyr Titan - Ice Blue

€189,00

Zephyr Titan - Ice White

Zephyr Titan - Ice White

€189,00

Zephyr Titan - Ocean Blue

Zephyr Titan - Ocean Blue

€189,00

Zephyr Titan - Olive Green

Zephyr Titan - Olive Green

€189,00

Zephyr Titan - Rose Gold

Zephyr Titan - Rose Gold

€189,00

Zephyr Legacy - Black

Zephyr Legacy - Black

€169,00

Zephyr Legacy - Cherry Red

Zephyr Legacy - Cherry Red

€129,00

Zephyr Legacy - Gradient Black

Zephyr Legacy - Gradient Black

€169,00

Zephyr Legacy - Gun Metal

Zephyr Legacy - Gun Metal

€169,00

Zephyr Legacy - Pacific Blue

Zephyr Legacy - Pacific Blue

€169,00

Zephyr Legacy - White Gold

Zephyr Legacy - White Gold

€169,00

The right watch doesn't complete your outfit; it defines your style.

Perpetual calendar watch

A perpetual calendar is one of the most complex and prestigious complications in the watch world. It's designed to automatically adjust for varying month lengths and even leap years. This ensures a watch always displays the correct date, without manual adjustment. Watches with a perpetual calendar have some advantages, but also disadvantages. So, if you're looking for a special watch, you should pay attention to these.

Advantages of a special watch:

  • Convenient; Never manually adjust the date again, even during leap years.
  • Legacy; These watches are often passed down from generation to generation.
  • Art; A special function combined with a beautiful work of art on your wrist.

Disadvantages of a special watch:

  • Cost: Due to the complexity of the mechanism, these watches are often very expensive to purchase.
  • Maintenance: Requires regular maintenance to ensure accuracy, as even small errors can disrupt the calendar's operation.
Watches are small, but their impact on elegance is immense.

Minute repeater watch

A minute repeater is one of the most unique features of a mechanical watch . It uses chimes to indicate when an hour, a minute, or a quarter of an hour has passed. Thanks to these chimes, you know what time it is.

Advantages of a minute repeater watch:

  • Collector's value: Their rarity and complexity make minute repeaters highly sought-after pieces among watch collectors.
  • Design; Minute repeaters are not just practical watches; they are works of art that combine technology and aesthetics.

Disadvantages of a minute repeater watch:

  • Cost: Due to their construction, these watches are extremely expensive to buy!
  • Maintenance; Requires highly specialized maintenance.
  • Rarity; Not every watchmaker can make such a watch.
Zephyr White Gold

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Zephyr Legacy - White Gold

Zephyr Pacific Blue

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Zephyr Legacy - Pacific Blue

Zephyr Cherry Red

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Zephyr Legacy - Cherry Red




Conclusion unique special watches

Special watches represent the best the watchmaking world has to offer. They combine centuries-old traditions with modern, innovative techniques, resulting in exceptionally special watches that are both functionally and artistically valuable. Whether you're a collector, enthusiast, or simply interested in something new, these watches continue to fascinate and inspire!

Foto van Ruben Albers

Ruben Albers — Horloge-expert bij Urban Ace

Ruben Albers is product specialist bij Urban Ace. Sinds 2018 verdiept hij zich in horloges en uurwerktechniek, en helpt hij dagelijks klanten de juiste keuze te maken met deskundige uitleg, duidelijke vergelijkingen en helder advies.

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