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Louis Monet unveiled the Cosmic Art Japan Meteorite, a Japan limited edition model using the Kesen meteorite, on an indial that displays the hours and minutes placed at 4 o’clock. This Kesen meteorite is the largest stone meteorite in Japan, having flown to Kesen-cho, Rikuzentakata City, Iwate Prefecture in 1850, two years after the watchmaker Louis Monet published his treatise “Traité d’Horlogerie,” which was known as the watchmaking bible of the time. Most of them are now in the collection and display of the National Museum of Nature and Science in Tokyo, but Louis Monet exclusively acquired a small fragment from the Geological Museum in Copenhagen and used it in this watch. Due to its rarity, it is limited to only 12 pieces.

Louis Monet “Cosmic Art Japan Meteorite” Ref.LM-85.20.JP
Automatic (Cal. LM85). 34 stones. 28,800 vibrations per hour. Power reserve about 48 hours. Ti case (diameter 40.7 mm, thickness 17.92 mm). Water resistant to 5 ATM. Limited to Japan 12 pieces. 6,600,000 yen.

Watches made from rare domestic meteorites

The 40.7 mm grade 5 titanium case is powered by the 254-part movement Cal. LM85, manufactured in-house. On the right side of the dial, there is a retrograde seconds hand that returns to zero every 20 seconds, and an in-dial that displays the hours and minutes, fulfilling the original timekeeping function of a watch. On the other hand, from the left side, you can appreciate the complex mechanism that activates the retrograde. The blue screws, which are processed into blue burning, which is a traditional technique for mechanical watches, are also a highlight.

Fragments of the Kesen meteorite kept by the Geological Museum of Copenhagen and their certificates.

The origins of the Kesen meteorite date back to the dawn of the solar system, about 4.5 billion years ago, when the rock formed in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter traveled through space over millions of years before arriving in Kesen in 1850. The Japan Meteorite, which was born after the accumulation of a huge amount of “time” and the fragments of the universe were fatefully guided by Louis Monet, is equipped with a retrograde mechanism so that the passage of each second becomes more prominent and the new value of “time” can be felt.

A table clock made by the watchmaker Louis Monet for James Monroe, the 5th President of the United States. The tip of the needle is decorated with a star shape

The red retrograde second hand, placed in the center of the retrograde mechanism of “Cosmic Art”, returns to zero every 20 seconds. The small seconds at 9 o’clock are color-coded every 20 seconds and complete one lap in 60 seconds.

The red retrograde seconds hand in the center returns zero every 20 seconds. The star-shaped shape at the tip is inspired by the hands of a table clock made by watchmaker Louis Monnet in 1818 for James Monroe, the fifth president of the United States. For more than 200 years, this memorative table clock has been in the Blue Room, the grand reception room of the White House, and continues to mark the “time” of the present moment and into the future. It can be said that it is the legacy left by the watchmaker Louis Monet for the future.

The small seconds at 9 o’clock are color-coded into blue, black, and red every 20 seconds according to the retrograde period, and complete one revolution in 60 seconds, just like a normal second hand.

Lateral hollowed-out lugs for aerodynamic exterior design

Aerodynamic technology that controls the flow of air, which is also used in airplanes and racing cars, is applied to the form of the watch, and the touch and wearing comfort of the surface are enhanced. The lugs are open-work with horizontal hollow-outs, and the leather strap is designed to fit perfectly with the case. The dome-shaped windshield makes it easy to see the inside of the watch from any direction, and you can enjoy the three-dimensional feeling and power of the mechanism.

More about Cosmic Art Collection

It was in 1816 that watchmaker Louis Monnet created the world’s first chronograph for stargazing, which was recognized by Guinness World Records. More than two centuries later, the universe remains an indispensable source of inspiration for Louis Monet’s watchmaking, and the Cosmic Art Collection continues to produce a number of unique timepieces.

Contact info: GM International Marketing & Communications Co., Ltd. Tel.03-5828-9080

The Self-Defense Forces are the cornerstone of Japan’s defense and carry out their missions in harsh environments every day. As a general rule, each SDF member purchases a watch at his or her own expense while on duty. Therefore, there is always a constant demand for watches that are strong enough to withstand missions while reducing the financial burden on SDF personnel.

Here, we select recommended models from domestic and foreign brands, from models that can easily enjoy military taste to professional spec machines that can withstand harsh conditions. Variation models are already sold out, so it is expected that the stock will be small, so if you are interested, we recommend that you purchase it as soon as possible.

【Images】Carefully selected from domestic and foreign brands! Summary of Notable Self-Defense Forces Models

First of all, we will introduce the notable model of the “JSDF series” of Kentex, a domestic brand that handles authentic watches that are particular about Japan at affordable prices. The series has adopted the official emblems of the Ground Self-Defense Force, the Maritime Self-Defense Force, and the Air Self-Defense Force, and has been widely supported by members of the Ministry of Defense, including official events of the Ministry of Defense and contract products at the headquarters of the Ministry of Defense.

KENTEX
Left: Maritime Self-Defense Force Solar Pro
Ground Self-Defense Force Solar Pro
Right: Japan Air Self-Defense Force Solar Pro

(Left) ■ Ref. S803M-01. SS (42.5mm diameter). 200m water resistance. Solar. 38,500 yen / (medium) ■ Ref. S801M-01. SS (41mm diameter). 100m water resistance. Solar. 39,600 yen / (right) ■ Ref. S802M-01. SS (41mm diameter). 100m water resistance. Solar. JPY 38,500

The movement is solar-powered and can run for up to six months on a full charge. The indexes and hands of the dial, which is made of special plastic with high light transmission that can be charged indoors, are made of Super Luminous (strong phosphorescence) to improve visibility at night.

The “Maritime Self-Defense Force Solar Pro (left model)” is a full-fledged diver’s watch equipped with a day-date that reflects the real voices of the members who say, “When you go on a voyage, you lose your sense of the day of the week,” the “Ground Self-Defense Force Solar Pro (center model)” with a cool all-black DLC finish that suppresses light reflection, and the “Air Self-Defense Force Solar Pro (right model)” is an aviation chronograph equipped with a rotating slide rule. Three models are available.

Prices range from 38,500 yen to 39,600 yen. It is a big attraction to be able to get a watch with specifications that can be used even in difficult situations in extreme situations at an affordable price range of 30,000 yen.

【Contact】
Kentex Japan
TEL.03-5846-0811

Next is a Japan limited edition model with the motif of the Blue Impulse, which has left a big mark on the history of American railroad watches and is now based in Switzerland, a watch brand based in Switzerland.

BALL WATCH

Engineer Hydrocarbon Blue Impulse

■ TI (42 mm diameter). 300m water resistance. Automatic winding (Cal.BALL RR1402). Limited to Japan 70 pieces. JPY 484,000

A limited edition model named “Blue Impulse”, a specialized team that demonstrates the skill, performance, and operational capabilities of fighter pilots and aircraft of the Air Self-Defense Force, demonstrates mission performance and performs brilliant aerobatics.

It has a chronograph function that can measure the elapsed time of up to 12 hours, and the blue impulse logo is designed on the seconds display subdial at 9 o’clock. In addition, it is a professional watch with 1000 gauss magnetic resistance and 7500 Gs shock resistance.

Two variants are available, one with a stainless steel bezel and the other with a ceramic bezel, but the former is already out of stock. As of late March 25, only the latter is on sale.

【Contact】
Ball Watch Japan
TEL.03-3221-7807

Self-Defense Forces-related models, especially those related to Blue Impulse, are very popular, and it is not uncommon for them to be sold out as soon as they are released by each brand. On the next page, we will introduce two Blue Impulse models that have attracted a lot of attention in the past (* Both are discontinued as of March 25). While looking back on the topical works, I would like to look forward to the next work.

【Image】Blue Impulse 2 topical works

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