Undone Type XX watch..

Undone watches Hong Kong have released a watch that have got me interested. It is their new Undone Type XX watch. It is their take on the Type XX watches from the past. And I have to say the design is nice.

There are basically 3 design in the collection, The Classic, The Panda and the Special Edition. 

From Undone Website...

Classic..

A revival of the time-honored Type XX prototype. True to its name, the “Classic” boasts the defining look of the original watch - black dial background with black sub-dials and vintage lumed numerals. 

Panda..

Flaunting a sportier appearance, the Type XX “Panda” design harks back to the 1960s and 70s. Its white background contrasts boldly with black numerals and black sub-dials for enhanced readability.

Special Edition..

A unique, 21st-century interpretation of the first Type XX.

Dim the lights and prepare for takeoff. The centre console houses two large, white sub-dials surrounded by blue numerals; they glow sky blue under low-light conditions.

All of this is encased in a stealthy, satin black PVD case and buckled up on a black cordura strap. Type XX Special Edition comes exclusively with a secondary strap: the black NATO.

The Special Edition is limited to 150 pieces.

Photographs: Undone Watches

All the watches share the following characteristics...

Weight..

For aircraft instruments, strength, weight and balance are crucial factors. Type XX is constructed from 316L stainless steel, and weighs in at just 52 grams. It’s light, agile, and nimble, with great body rigidity for those daily knocks and bumps.

Dimensions..

Perfected for everyday wear, indoors or outdoors, Type XX is built on the chassis of our best-selling Urban range. A sleek, well-balanced presence at 41.5mm in diameter and 12.5mm thick. Lug-to-lug length is 48.5mm and lug width 20mm, allowing it to wrap comfortably around your wrist.​

Movement..

Classic body, modern engines - Type XX is powered by the industry-trusted Seiko VK64, a hybrid mecha-quartz movement that couples the heritage of a mechanical 60-minute sweeping flyback chronograph with the low-maintenance reliability and precision of quartz.​

Big Eyes..

Legibility is key within the dimly lit confines of a cockpit. Larger sub-dials and contrasting hands give a nod to the iconic look of the watch that inspired our Type XX.​

Coin Bezel..

Providing pilots with better grip for rotation - the coin-edged bezel, without doubt one of the aesthetically defining features of certain vintage aviation watches.

Diamond Crown..

Attempting to set the time while wearing thick leather gloves proved no easy task for navigators. The tactile diamond crown has since become a staple feature of many flight-worthy timepieces.

I have to say it looks tempting. :)

As with most Undone watches, the Type XX does offer a number of personalization. There are 2 cases, 15 straps and 3 dial options to choose from. That is lots of variations. 

For more information:

Undone Type XX

Undone Basecamp

Undone Watches have released a new watch to their collection in the Basecamp collection. I have to say that the watch does look good. There are lots of hints of past watches in the design of the Basecamp watches. 

I like the ultra-dome crystal, the chamfering on the lugs and other tiny details in the watch. 

The Basecamp comes in at 40mm in diameter and is 15mm thick. It is powered by the Seiko NH35a automatic movement with 42 hours of power reserve. The case of the watch comes in stainless steel with 4 cooler options, silver, matte black, rose gold and gold. 

The ultra-dome crystal made of Lexan, the same material used in making headlamps and crash helmets.

The movement.

The awesome lume.

The orange hour hand.

The ecru lume, for the vintage feel.

Photographs: Undone Watches

The Basecamp watches.

As with other watches by Undone, the Basecamp can be customised. A second bezel with the graduated minute marker will be available soon.

For more information:

Basecamp

Undone...

A new watch company (well not really new) with an interesting concept...

This is their introduction about themselves...

"Undone is a team of experienced watch design veterans and craftsmen.

As a group of challengers and innovators, we are enabling everyone to create watches that reflects their individuality. 

Every Undone watch is a unique message, something important that deserves to be on your wrist everyday.

Be part of the movement to create watches that represents you, because individuality matters!"

Yes, you can create (basically) your own watch. How is that for something different. You can personalize the watch case, the bezel, the dial and even the hands. They even offer a choice of leather or rubber straps. You can even personalize the case back with your own artwork, photographs or message. Best of all, all these customization are carried out in their own atelier. 

And if you don't really want to customize.. they offer ready made watches. 

Some of their offerings...

Photographs: Undone

For more information:

Undone Watches