Urwerk Unveils a Deadly New Watch: the UR-150 Scorpion
Urwerk returns with an exciting innovation: the UR-150 Scorpion, a major evolution of its iconic satellite hour complication. While its round case suggests tranquility, the UR-150 houses a highly dynamic mechanism that strikes to just one hundredth of a second, just like its namesake. high quality replica watches
Felix Baumgartner, master watchmaker and co-founder of Urwerk, likens the spirit of the UR-150 to Muhammad Ali’s famous mantra, “Fly like a butterfly, sting like a bee.” However, this watch embodies an even deadlier creature: the scorpion. Its bold moniker not only refers to its powerful 240-degree minute sector, reminiscent of a scorpion’s tail, but also hints at the watch’s retrograde minute hand, ready to unleash its lightning-fast mechanism every hour. luxury replica Watches
Baumgartner emphasizes the contrast between the scorpion’s aggressive symbolism and the UR-150’s sleek design. “We live in a world of extremes because we are anything but ordinary,” he says with a smile. This essence is reflected in the mechanical feat of the UR-150 Scorpion, featuring a new satellite complication driven by a system of flywheels and pinions. The retrograde mechanism embodies the artistry of a mechanical automaton, with the hour satellites dancing in sync, rotating 270° while the retrograde hand jumps 240° at the turn of each hour. The spectacle is enhanced by a spring mechanism that doubles the gap between the “60” and “0” markings, creating a bold, expansive 240° arc. replica FRANCK MULLER Vanguard Tourbillon
This complex choreography required Urwerk to develop unique components, including a dedicated spring machined in-house to handle the enormous energy demands of this retrograde system. To ensure accurate timekeeping, a speed regulator mounted on the flywheel controls the rapid movement of the retrograde hand, making transitions smooth, just like the chime sequence of a minute repeater.
The artistic design of the UR-150 Scorpion is in keeping with Urwerk’s evolving aesthetic, with the organic lines of the case complementing the spherical contours of the sapphire crystal. “We created tension between the gentle curves of the case and the powerful movement inside. For us, beauty is created through this contrast,” explains Martin Frei, Creative Director and co-founder of Urwerk. Viewed from the side, the watch’s curved profile not only enhances ergonomics, it also reflects the inclination of the hour satellite and hands, making it easy to read the time without twisting the wrist. replica Richard Mille Bubba Watson