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Back in sleek anthracite: Armin Strom unveils the One Week Manufacture Edition

JUNE 25 2024    |    Novelties

Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, 26 June 2024: Following the inaugural redesigned One Week First Edition that made its debut in 2023, Armin Strom unveils a new version of the successor to its first-ever manufacture movement with the One Week Manufacture Edition. The highly architectural openworked movement, housed in a sleek and sporty steel case with an integrated bracelet, is now presented in a range of grey and anthracite hues. Limited to 100 pieces, the One Week Manufacture Edition foregoes colour to bring out the beauty of its uniquely constructed manual calibre.

15 years ago, independent watchmaking brand Armin Strom took a major leap that would forever change its trajectory. Realising that the path to true independence lies in mastering every step of the process, it established its very own manufacture in Biel. A year later, the first timepiece produced by its vertically integrated manufacture was unveiled: the One Week. Entirely developed and manufactured in-house and designed with symmetrical harmony in mind, it stood out thanks to its unique movement architecture featuring two barrels that together provide a seven-day power reserve. This milestone marked the beginning of many new calibres and innovations by the Armin Strom manufacture, showcasing their dedication to the science of movement and garnering the admiration and respect of even the most discerning and seasoned collectors.

The new One Week Manufacture Edition completely reimagines this milestone calibre in line with the brand’s recent bolder, more three-dimensional approach to calibre design, all in a sleek and serene execution that further highlights its ingenuity and uniqueness. The mainplate, bridges and parts, visible on the dial thanks to the openworked movement design, are anthracite PVD coated for a striking look.

As Armin Strom founder Serge Michel notes: “Collectors who missed the opportunity to get a first edition of the redesigned One Week will now have another chance. The Manufacture Edition of the new One Week will be limited to 100 pieces.”

Sporty yet classy, this model exudes calmness and serenity with its anthracite tones and the symmetrical harmony of its in-house movement.

One Week Manufacture Edition

Technical specifications

                   

Indications     Hours, minutes, small seconds
Movement     Armin Strom manufacture Calibre ARM21
Winding mechanism     Manual winding
Regulating system   Flat hairspring with a variable inertia balance wheel
Power reserve   7 days
Dimensions   36.60 mm × 6.00 mm
Frequency   3,5 Hz (25,200 vph)
Jewels   35
Number of components   194
Case   stainless steel
    Sapphire crystal and case back with anti-reflective treatment
Diameter   41 mm
Height   10.60mm
Water resistance   10ATM
Lug-to-Lug   44.35 mm
     

Dial

 

Black minute ring and small-second dial, numbers and indexes with Super-LumiNova® filling

Hands  

Faceted polished hands and Super-LumiNova® filling

Bracelet   Stainless steel with a double folding clasp
Reference   ST23-OW.ME
Limited Edition   100 pieces

 

 

                                           

                                            

 


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