From the up-and-coming watch brand Norkane, the “Independence JP Black Mother of Pearl Dial” (594,000 yen, tax included), which is the most popular model of the brand with a special brush-up, is now available. Explore the appeal of Japan-only models that the world envy.
Existence itself is the identity of the brand.Exciting and challenging “Independence” collection
Norkane was founded in 2018 by Breitling-born founder Ben Kaffer in Bienne, Switzerland, where a variety of old and new watch brands are competing. It is an independent watch maker that is attracting attention now, which is confirming its presence year by year.
The “Independence” collection has always been a hot topic as the face of the brand, along with the stylish and active “Adventure” and the timeless charm inspired by the aesthetics of the 1960s.
As the name suggests, this collection is based on the theme of moving toward your ideals with pride and courage. All the models announced in the past are equipped with a COSC certified chronometer that has passed severe tests, but on the other hand, it has an extremely sharp look in terms of design, so to speak, the existence itself embodies the brand identity. It is attracting attention as a particularly exciting and challenging existence among Norkane who follows his own route.
The latest caliber and the brilliance of black mother of pearl.Popular model revived with sophisticated design and performance
A thick and solid bracelet with a polished and satin finish
“Independence JP Black Mother of Pearl Dial” has appeared in such an iconic collection. It is a limited edition model in Japan based on the “Independence 19” which became popular worldwide as soon as it was announced in 2019, which was just founded, and was sold out immediately.
The first thing that catches the eye in terms of design is the jet-black dial that uses the black mother of pearl (black butterfly shell). The black mother-of-pearl with a mysterious pattern is especially popular in Japan, and you can also enjoy the change in facial expression depending on the angle and amount of light emitted.
The index is a bar index with a polished finish, and the needle tip is unified only in silver without adding a point color, and the Norkane logo is also placed in silver color at 12 o’clock.
As for the movement, the original “Independence 19” was equipped with “NN08” with a date display, but this new work is a new manufacture created in partnership with the prestigious movement maker Kenissi. Equipped with the facture caliber “NN20 / 1”.
This is a high-performance movement with a 70-hour power reserve suitable for modern lifestyles, despite its simple three-needle. Of course, it has been certified as a COSC certified chronometer. From the see-through case back, you can visually enjoy the delicate finish unique to the Manufacture, such as the Norkane logo engraved on the rotor and the brand’s core value engraved on the bridge. ..
Based on the popular models from the early days of the brand, the dial design has become more sophisticated and the movement has become more powerful. The limited edition model must be the envy of the world. If you’re a watch fan, it’s worth a look.
● Product specifications
■ Norkane Independence JP Black Mother of Pearl Dial
Price (including consumption tax): 594,000 yen
Case diameter: 42 mm
Case thickness: 11.8 mm
Case: Polished, satin, sandblasted 316L stainless steel
Belt: Stainless Steel Bracelet
Glass: dual curve sapphire
Movement: Norkane Caliber NN20 / 1
Driving time: 70 hours power reserve
Waterproof performance: 100m waterproof
