In 2022, Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei unveiled a limited edition watch in the UR-100V series, richly decorated drawing inspiration from the Aztec Sun Stone, a masterpiece of pre-Columbian Mesoamerican art. Today, Urwerk introduces the second UR-100V edition in the Time & Culture series, transporting us to Mesopotamia circa 3000 BC, specifically to the city […]
Urwerk, the indie brand that Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner created, beckons with its futuristic designs and original way of portraying time. Renowned for their wandering hours and satellite indications, the dynamic duo ventured further into outer space with the Urwerk UR-100 SpaceTime of 2019. Equipped with the signature orbital satellite display, it also featured […]
Baumgartner and Frei’s fascination with materials and experiments in watch aesthetics will never cease to amaze us. In over two decades since the inaugural UR-101 and UR-102, we have witnessed mechanical ingenuity and creativity of the most commendable level. They have demonstrated infinite development of the original idea, inspired by a 17th-century clock made by […]
From the earliest days, the creative process of Urwerk, the brainchild of Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner, has been punctuated by sci-fi inspirations and innovative, original displays of the time. Whether you look at the inaugural watch, the UR-101, or Urwerk‘s latest creation, the UR-120, there’s an undeniable touch to these watches. And while we’re […]
It has to be said there is no shortage of creativity in the watchmaking industry. Ok, some watches might be a bit more imaginative and original than others, but in the end, there is something out there for everyone. Whether you love a super-refined dress watchdress watch, a robust dive watchdive watch or a practical GMT watch, it’s […]
Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei, the visionary founders of Urwerk, deserve tremendous praise for their exceptional contributions to the world of horology. Their combined talent, innovation, and artistic vision have propelled Urwerk to the forefront of avant-garde independent watchmaking. Baumgartner’s technical expertise and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries have resulted in groundbreaking timepieces that challenge […]
Jumping right into another edition of the FWD, Breitling hosted a top event at Melbourne’s Dutton Garage for their Top Time line of chronographs. Inspired by iconic American cars, the Top Time pieces sat next to their respective inspirations – the Mustang, Corvette, Cobra and Thunderbird. View this post on Instagram A post … Continued
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If you look at the collection of watches offered by independent watchmaker URWERK, there are certainly some bold and visually striking watches. Colourful accents, sci-fi-inspired cases, and displays unique to the watchmaking world. But the brand has also demonstrated more than once – specifically with its UR-100 collection – its ability to play on the […]
Ineichen Auctioneers are renowned for promoting some of the most exciting watch auctions in the last few decades, and the upcoming Independents Auction is shaping up to shock and surprise. The focus hasn’t just been put on independent watchmakers, but specifically some of their rarest and even unique pieces that will command a lot of … Continued
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Urwerk‘s co-founders Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei first discussed their ideas for a new piece back in 1995 and officially founded the company in 1997. That same year, they launched the UR-101 and UR-102 watches at Baselworld, sci-fi-inspired creations with wandering hours running on a semi-circular minute track at the top. Recently, these two simple […]