Flash Surface Form

INDEPENDENT LONDON TECHNO SERIES

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Metal band watches are typically composed of separate parts for the watch body and the band, and their designs are often distinct. However, this model features a thin metal plate band that covers the watch body, resulting in a unique design. By constructing it from a single solid metal plate, it achieves a completely flush surface with no recesses or protrusions, providing a smooth feel to the touch. To further emphasize this design, a vivid red polyurethane material continuously outlines the outer edge, highlighting the sense of unity between the case and the band. The red polyurethane accent is not only a design element but also serves a functional purpose by protecting the areas that come into contact with the skin, making this model a true fusion of technology and beauty. In addition, the solid metal plate exterior is under tension on the outside, creating a space between the wrist and the watch, which provides a new level of comfort and a visually stress-free wearing experience. For time display, instead of the conventional flat digital display, a pseudo-three-dimensional representation is used, achieving a digital expression that conveys a sense of advanced innovation.

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A futuristic design that at first glance does not even look like a watch. The digital section, which tends to appear flat, is arranged with a focus on making it look three-dimensional. The integrated shape with minimal recesses and protrusions reduces stress for the user.

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With no distinction between the case and band, everything feels like a single object.

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The design and color scheme are intended to avoid the cluttered look typical of analog-digital combinations.

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The analog markers are silver and blend with the dial, guiding the user's eyes toward the digital display.

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A digital display with a sense of depth and a three-dimensionally finished ring add relief to what would otherwise be a flat-looking readout.

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When worn on the wrist, a comfortable space is created for the user. Soft polyurethane material is used from the side to the back of the stainless steel plate covering the case, preventing irritation to the skin and intentionally serving as a design accent.

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The buttons are kept as simple as possible to highlight the other distinctive design features.

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Retro Future

In the 1970s, a new method of time display—digital display—was developed. At the time, this display function evoked expectations for watches of the near future. This watch was designed based on the idea of utilizing the effectiveness of digital display and, for the first time, adding a calculator function to a wristwatch. The first domestically produced wristwatch to combine watch and calculator functions is expressed with a unique design style: a central display monitor and 23 push buttons arranged radially around the perimeter. Achieving this in the classic round shape of a wristwatch is a testament to the creativity of watch designers. The artificial brilliance of the push buttons, arranged every 15 degrees. The simple lines of the case and band, free from any recesses or protrusions. These are the result of traditional machining, and the combination of a thick case and cool digital display creates a retro-futuristic feel through the imbalance of old and new technologies. Additionally, this early model is unified in gold, skillfully using gold with different textures for each exterior part, creating an elegant atmosphere despite the flashy color scheme. Although the distinctive button layout did not become standard, it exudes the coolness and pride of being a pioneer.

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Feeling Light

Urushi beads, diamonds, and smoked glass—each reflects light differently, revealing a model with depth and ever-changing expressions depending on the light source and time of day. The simplicity of the case shape and dial design highlights the beauty of the details, allowing you to sense not mechanical time, but the gentle passage of time illuminated by light. Although there are no indexes on the dial, the hour and minute hands are easy to read, giving the impression of a bracelet that also functions as a watch. Furthermore, urushi lacquer is not presented in the traditional way, but is fused with the watch in a modern design, letting you enjoy a contemporary expression of traditional craftsmanship. Despite its asymmetrical shape, it is comfortable to wear and offers a special feeling, as if wearing modern jewelry.

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Vitality of Nature

Many CITIZEN L models are inspired by shapes and light found in nature, and this model is themed around 'morning dew.' The three diamonds on the case move smoothly along the curve of the case, and the indexes are scattered across the dial, creating a story that evokes scenes from nature even for those who know nothing about the watch. Looking at the parts, despite the many asymmetrical elements—such as the dial pattern, index arrangement, crown position, and case shape—each is balanced in its placement, so there is no sense of discomfort or difficulty in wearing it. The asymmetrical design brings a rhythm and movement reminiscent of the vitality of nature, making you feel a relaxed, natural flow of time rather than a uniform one. Although the watch uses many diamonds and has a jewelry-like feel, the arrangement of the indexes and the spacing between the case and band give it an airy look, making it suitable for everyday wear as well.

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From Small Cues to Decoration

"Band, hands, circle"—these are the minimal components by which people recognize a watch. ◆ A watch is a "wrist" watch because it has a band. ◆ A watch is a watch because it has hands. ◆ Time was created from the recurring cycles (circles) of celestial bodies. This model seems to be a textbook example of a "watch" that focuses on these three elements. By lavishly decorating these three elements, it clearly establishes the hierarchy among the other components. Isn’t this the ideal model for all watches, combining the "watch-like" qualities users seek with the beauty of an ornament that satisfies them?