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Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite Watch Review
I never thought I'd say this, but here's what I want to say: I found an Urwerk that took time for me to grow. I've been drooling over their creations since the earliest days of my passion for watches, and I guess I have reason to expect to never want to take the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite off my wrist - or, more importantly The thing is, even my eyes won't leave it. But most of all, this is a laid-back, grown-up Urwerk - and I realize one can't expect it to have the same effect as the brand's other creations, which have given it the reputation it enjoys and deserves today. recognition. More on that later. I'm going to do this review as usual and target those lucky few who are actually considering buying a watch in this price range - I'm sure we mere mortals will have fun doing it in the meantime.
First, I'll try to explain why it took me a while to figure it out. I often laugh at big brands for not coming out of their own shadows and making and remaking the same "iconic" things over and over again, and here I have an unusual Urwerk that makes me wish I had a definite, Something “iconic”. ” Urwerk stuff. Call me a hypocrite if you want, but that’s how I felt my first few days wearing the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite. Here’s what happened.
UR-105 CT Kryptonite is a strange Urwerk. Yes, it has Kryptonite in its name, and it's still crazier than 99% of the other luxury swiss luxury replica review out there, but after 25 years of designing, Urwerk has been designing mouth-watering pieces of alien timepieces that, in my opinion, It has reached a point. Feels like there should be a watch made for established collectors of the brand and/or other crazy watches. Don't get me wrong, I agree that in the images the UR-105 Kryptonite looks just as great as the SR-71 Blackbird, but in reality - especially when worn on the wrist during daily errands in the city - it's like a piece with some The slatted black slab is just as discreet (that is, quite discreet). To me, it kind of misses the point right from the start. Like a quiet Ferrari.
First of all, most of the time only the wearer can see the dark gray time indication on black. From most other angles, the watch is a giant black wedge that looks more like some kind of inconspicuous wrist ornament or the precursor to a new accessory craze. Therefore, the UR-105 CT is absolutely wary of the convoluted satellite time indication system, which is why it's all hidden behind a rotating shield. This titanium plate (or “hood”) can be opened via a neatly integrated and elegant click button in the top center of the watch. Coupled with the black watch and jet black strap, the whole watch looks almost too dark and too shy in my opinion. I thought to myself, if I were to get this watch, the first thing I would do is put it on a neon green or bright orange or yellow strap, which Urwerk actually offers on other watches belt, I will be intoxicated by its design. The strap will help highlight the super green luminous color of the time display – specifically the 0-60 minute arch and the luminous numerals in the hour hand block, as well as the rear indicators… but more on that later.
However, to do so (put on a brightly colored strap) would be to miss the point of the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite; because it's simply not supposed to be a flashy, eye-catching luxury watch. After wearing it as much as I can, I can report that no one in the real world has looked at it twice - or even once. Whether this is a good thing is everyone's own judgment, but I personally don't miss the attention that some other watches (especially gold ones) get. The only reason I'm missing color is for my own good amusement and definitely not to make this watch more noticeable to anyone else. What better indicator of a brand's and collector's sophistication than the utterly unobtrusive Urwerk? replica Porsche Design 1919 Watch
Long-term impression – appearance and wear resistance
If this is your first time learning about a watch brand called Urwerk, you might be tempted to do some research, so I’ll save all of us the trouble of going into detail about the company’s history. So it's fair to say that Urwerk specializes in designing and producing ultra-high-end (~$50,000 and up) watches, all of which would serve as perfect props for the Enterprise starship. The company was founded in 1995 by watchmaker brothers Felix and Thomas Baumgartner and artist Martin Frei (Thomas Baumgartner left in 2004), and their first timepiece, a humble watch called the UR-101, was launched in 1997 . Twenty years later, the satellite time display has become a trademark of Urwerk watches, but they also make some other really cool products, like this weird self-monitoring, semi-electric EMC that looks like a tank, and this amazing Top pocket watch, or my personal favorite, I have yet to shoot the UR-CC1 Cobra in the wild. Long story short, Urwerk needs no introduction to anyone – if for no other reason than because their work tells you all the basics about their approach to luxury watch design.
Over time, right out of the box, the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite impressed with its superior execution quality and with its "well, that's not so bad!" deep impression. " Dimensions. The length is just 53mm, the straps can be rotated down 90° at both ends, and the thickness of just 17.30mm will make this watch look odd on petite wrists - but at least it won't go over the edge, from There's all kinds of wrong things about it looking from a distance. In fact, it looks a lot more restrained than one would expect from a watch with Urwerk and Kryptonite in its name - and, as I said, it's not as good as the watch in photography This is many times truer than the performance in the real world. Normally watches would be understated through static images - now it's quite the opposite.
Relatively compact, livable proportions are matched – rather unfortunately, I should add – by considerable weight. So much so that it actually made me double-check that it was indeed made of titanium; while the case is actually carved from this lightweight material, I thought the satellite system and complex automatic winding system, as well as the front The crystal and front cover add a lot of weight to the whole package. If it were steel, I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't wear-resistant - so it's titanium, which is a good thing. That said, first impressions are also lasting ones, as the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite made me realize that it felt a little more on my wrist than I had ideally desired. Balancing the sheer weight of the watch itself is the balance of the watch itself: while not comparable to the best, the UR-105 CT sat securely and comfortably on my wrist without any of that awful wobble that can often make heavy watches completely Unwearable and unbearable. . So while I sometimes forget I'm wearing this watch, the weight and girth of it don't happen as often as I'd like in the long run. I love luxury watches replica that shock me at first glance; but that's less likely to happen if I realize I'm wearing them regularly.
The odd braided strap reminds me of some rugged military hardware rather than the factory-fitted straps I typically find on other luxury watches—which is all good. It's top quality, as it should be, and regular tang buckles are also coated. The padding on the strap near the case makes it a little stiffer than I'd like, although I think that's a trade-off for a more secure, wobble-free fit - which I can appreciate. Maybe it’s just me, but I’d love to see this watch come with a brightly colored strap, or even a dark brown alligator strap with a strong, deep pattern. This black strap is such an obvious choice on a watch that otherwise wouldn't be an "obvious choice" elsewhere.
The thickness of over 17mm, at the highest point in the middle, where the top guard is, and at the far end of the watch, where the crown and guard join, is noticeable, but not entirely outrageous. My only concern is that the watch will get caught on something - door handles, cameras and other gear in my bag, or everyday objects like lamp posts and damage the black coating (read my post-lamp experience with a ceramic watch here) ). Given that the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite is designed to be worn discreetly, I assume it is also designed to be worn regularly - in my opinion, a watch that is worn should ideally not have any coating on it. The UR-105 CT Streamliner is the same watch, albeit in mirror-polished steel, and although it probably weighs a ton and completely eliminates the low-flying look, I think I still prefer it for all the above reasons. To be fair, I should add that the black casing of the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite is AlTiN (aluminum titanium nitride), which according to information I found online has a hardness of 4,500 Vickers, which is pretty high. However, applying it to the sharp edges of cases and bezels can still create sensitive areas. It’s a super high-tech coating that the brand is committed to, which speaks volumes about Urwerk’s admirable approach… but I’m always a little uneasy about owning a watch with so many intricate details and coatings.
Speaking of intricate details, let’s get started with those – because this is where Urwerk really shines. It's here that a) Urwerk can separate itself from some other watches with ambitious designs but less painstaking detail, and b) those who think they know about watches are separated from those who actually operate and appreciate them to such specifications. Frankly, this has happened many times and I'm shocked at the reactions I've encountered, it must be a sudden lapse in horological appreciation, with some people who love watches unable to appreciate this watch for what it is. watches replica cheap
To clarify, I'm not talking about liking or disliking the brand or design, or the alluring name for Superman fans...just simply appreciating and paying attention to the extremely high quality represented by every external component on this watch. Because regardless of your dislike for any particular brand or particular watch, you should always be able to put aside taste differences and appreciate an extremely well-made watch. Laugh at a watch's design, pricing, or concept (or all three) without being able to recognize a well-made watch, and the only person you're laughing at is yourself.
There's no way around it: the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite is extremely well made. Everything is made from one solid piece—nothing feels flimsy, cheap, imprinted, or some other result of cost and corner-cutting. It's fun to wear a watch with a solid titanium bezel, and even more so when it's paired with such wonderfully clicky buttons - because yes, even on a 65k CHF watch, sometimes you find that the most ordinary things are the most interesting The use of... is partly because Urwerk's general rules apply to every detail, including this one: That damn button feels so over-the-top that it's no wonder it's an absolute treat for anyone who likes that sort of thing. Whether you'd be willing to spend that kind of money to treat yourself to over-engineered click effects is another question, but I'm sure some people are fine with it.
Once the front hood is opened, the dial itself is fully exposed, another display of great attention to detail. The polyetheretherketone (PEEK) satellite system stood out first, with its large alien ship-like top bridge – like a prop from Independence Day or Arrival. Underneath each arm is a three-arm platform with, you guessed it, three numbers on it. These numbers all glow so thick and bright that they'll satisfy even the most die-hard and well-informed glow-in-the-dark nerds among us. The alien upper bridge rotates, and the three armed platforms rotate with it, always neatly passing the next hourly index just as the previous hourly index leaves the 0-60 minute arch. watches replica high quality
The lower layer is the running seconds dial, cut from a piece of metal plate. The hexagonal pattern in the center and the alternating checkerboard way of displaying the numbers is just the start of things, because then you realize that the number 4 as well as the end of the 5 has a little arrow cut into it. The only thing is, one can't imagine how tiny these details are - and machine them onto a metal wheel that's thinner than a piece of paper, and then assemble them all into a watch...well, that's 65 massive watches part to go. Unfortunately (?), the actual readability of this running seconds display is very poor when the lid is open or closed. It's impossible to say what the exact instructions were. The numerals are set deep into the dial space and are small and difficult to read – even telling whether the wheel is spinning requires a close look. So running seconds are there if you need them, but better not. It's more of a functional and aesthetic balance than meaningful functionality - and that's fine.
The brightness of the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite is outstanding. Just look at the picture above and you'll see all the glowing bits - it's easier than me giving you a complete list. One detail I want to highlight, though (see what I did there?) is the "power" text next to the power reserve indicator, which is where you'd typically look for the 4 o'clock index in a less otherworldly watch. Because yes, even the text and its frame are illuminated, just in case you're posing on the rooftop of some apartment building at night in Manhattan and it occurs to you that you need to check how much power is left in the UR-105.
Even the far end of the watch is no slouch. The way the hood slopes downward and its wedge-shaped end, like the overpriced Olympic Stadium's overly architectural roof, is just one of the many details that draws many of us to wear the UR-105 CT Kryptonite on our wrists from back to front. . Then there are the thick hinges that allow the hood to swivel, and last but not least, the massive meat-grinder-like crown that Batman would be happy to have mounted on the front of his Batmobile. Unfortunately, the crown itself is extremely uncomfortable both on the wrist and for setting the time, and the otherwise beautiful strap is also in the way. However, winding it is simple, simply slide your finger over the crown to replenish the power reserve quickly and efficiently. However, even while noting that usability is hampered, I'm still proud of this level of design and quality of execution that exists in watchmaking. I mean, look at that shot above. That's a watch! replica Franck Muller Watches
If there's one thing I'd take away from the UR-105 CT, it's the turbine and automatic winding system - especially since it would make the case slightly slimmer and the overall weight lighter. What are the benefits? Oddly enough, the solution to this problem associated with over-engineering is over-engineering. Because Urwerk invented a toggle switch that slowed down the rotor or stopped it entirely, causing some of the green slits near the turbine to appear dark gray, or "off." While I found the automatic winding system to be effective in winding the movement, I quickly disabled the mechanism entirely - I didn't like the whirring sound I heard every time I raised my left hand to my face or head. Some may prefer the UR-105 CT for its added vocal performance and turbine capabilities - but I could see it disappearing and wouldn't miss it. The power reserve is 48 hours and the operating frequency is 4Hz.
The first and most important thing I want to share based on my time spent with the Urwerk UR-105 CT Kryptonite is that I'm glad it exists. Now, this statement is a little deeper than it sounds. If it's uncomfortable, hard-wearing, illegible, poorly functional, or overpriced, I wouldn't say that. This industry is full of exercises in doing one thing (perhaps purely entertainment) very well - and doing so to the detriment of all of the above values. The UR-105 is a watch that lives up to its name: it's an Urwerk watch with the insane engineering and detail that has earned the brand reputation and acclaim among watch enthusiasts and customers alike - packaged in a real can that renders the entire The scheme is more discreet and low-key.
Whether the Untold Urwerk makes sense or not is for everyone to decide. However, having worn it in many places around the world, certainly including busy towns and countless ordinary everyday places, I can report that Urwerk did manage to finally produce a watch that won't leave you robbed. – even nagged by a large portion of watch enthusiasts… as long as you keep the hood closed. What other people think is only a small part of it. What really matters is how an expensive toy like the UR-105 CT Kryptonite makes you feel... To that I say this: If you are an experienced watch collector and are crazy about having to share this of timepieces that feel downright boring. If you like to wear it with the curious masses, or just want a more versatile watch, this is definitely the watch for you. Me, having never owned an Urwerk, I think I'd prefer one without the hood, and suffer the consequences. That being said, I really appreciate that Urwerk went to the trouble of designing such a beautiful case for the 105. It changes the look of the watch, and it changes the tone of the brand, both of which now sit somewhere between cool and stealthy. .
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