Space
exploration has been going mainstream. Here is an interesting article written
by Watch Time journalist Jens Koch, titled "The
Extra-Terrestrials: 5 Timepieces with Meteorite Dials".
Size is 41mm from the left to the right side, 41mm from the top to the bottom. Although publicly announced size is 42mm, I have measured the real watch, exactly 41mm, not 42mm.
While
99% of watches are round-shaped, you will be intrigued by this one's octagonal structure even if you have studies it for several days. This 8-sided
case is so sophisticated that its bezel is polished in mirror, one layer down
is blushed in matte, then polished in mirror next layer, then blushed in matte
next layer - alternating between mirror
and matte for total 6 layers!
When
laid on table, it stands up like a small desktop clock because of its stainless
steel bracelet. Octagonal dial + Round bezel + multiple layers of octagonal
case structure + rectangular hour markers and hands, all these put together,
creating a "prism effect"
to shine like a diamond. At night under light when look at different angles,
its octagonal case, round bezel, hour markers and hands sparkle here and there.
Screw-down
crown is designed for maximum airtightness. The crown is protected by raised
shoulders above its right side of case.
As
a result of Japan ultra-thin automatic movement high frequency 28800, this
watch is less than 10mm thick. As we know Japanese movement often does not have
hacking function. This one comes with hacking function and operate in 28800
frequency. This is the high-end model of
the reliable Japanese movement.
Quite
impressive. In my humble opinion, this watch is as exciting to own as a
tourbillon. It is more worthwhile to own
than a tourbillon if judged by its meteorite material, unique octagonal shape,
high-end movement, simplicity, visual aesthetics and optical illusion.
It
comes with a specially-designed stainless steel bracelet that can be removed by
piercing its left or right lug. Please be advised its lug width is 12mm, band
width is 20mm. For replacement band in the future, you can always come to Times
International or Fiyta. Although I anticipate a lot of readers might not like
this type of design, we have to respect what Fiyta is thinking.
Recommended for those who want a distinguished
timepiece installed with metal bracelet that shines on wrist,
for example made of solid gold or platinum, which is not mass-produced, not
owned by a lot of people. We have to admit watches made of precious metals are
priced astonishingly high. In this case, meteorite
is precious material that warrants non mass production, not widely-owned by the
public.
The official retail price is $1390. Special price here is $910, including
shipping and handling of this massive wood box 1,850 grams in weight (25cm x
18.5cm x 12cm). It is not a cheap watch, nor expensive. As a matter of fact,
$910 is quite affordable. $910 spent on somewhere else, it will disappear in vain.
$910 spent on this watch, you will get years' of enjoyment and prestige few other
people have ever had throughout their life time. Remember, price is not the
only parameter, a cheap item could turn out to be the most expensive.
Something that is cheap, most likely will lower your ownership experience due
to short product lifespan, sub-par performance, malfunctioning and repairing
thus waste more of your valuable time.
According
to product description by Fiyta sales department, this watch’s dial is made of Swedish meteorite called Muonionalusta.
For
info on Muonionalusta, please click here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muonionalusta
For
info on Widmanstätten pattern, click here https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Widmanstätten_pattern
Here
is a brief introduction to Swedish meteorite.
Place
of discovery: Sweden
Time:
1906 A.D
Initial
discovery: 230 kg
Composition:
8.4% nickel and trace amounts of rare elements - 0.33 ppm gallium, 0.133 ppm
germanium and 1.6 ppm iridium. It also contains the minerals chromite,
daubréelite, schreibersite, akaganéite and inclusions of troilite
Muonionalusta
iron meteorite is one of the world's renowned meteorites. Its beautiful
Widmanstätten pattern is the unique feature. Widmanstätten pattern is a typical
representation of iron meteorite pattern. Muonionalusta is one of the few
meteorites found in the Arctic Circle. It has been confirmed by geologists that
Muonionalusta has experienced the ice age on earth and is one of the oldest
iron meteorites.
Over
the long period of time after landing on earth, Muonionalusta has absorbed the
essence of sun and moon. Muonionalusta is ancient and magical. Many meteorite enthusiasts have reported
that Muonionalusta has mysterious and strong energy. Even the less
sensitive people may also feel the energy impact coming from Muonionalusta
meteorite.
Selected benefits of owning a
meteorite watch
- Exorcise evil spirits, subdue evil influence
- Improve Feng Shui, remove or
offset negative energy
- Bring in good luck, enhance
fortune, strengthen mind, shape a successful life
- Free blood circulation, boost
immunity, promote longevity, improve quality of life
- Meteorite is from the heaven,
thus it is believed to possess magical power other terrestrial gem stones do
not have, for instance emerald, diamond. Meteorite is the prime choice for
making a wish, practicing religion, guarding your home or being your amulet.
