Even with the proliferation of video games, there is still a strong culture surrounding pen-and-paper games, also known as tabletop games. Many of these involve a variety of dice, not just the six-sided one that almost everyone is familiar with. In fact, it has become a tradition for these gamers to have dozens of dice of different colors and designs, even though you’ll only really need at most 6 at a time.

Physically rolling the die definitely has a special feeling to it, heightening the tension in some cases, but it isn’t always practical to bring one around with you. The one thing you will always have with you, however, is a wristwatch. Whether it’s for a serious Dungeons & Dragons session or just some whimsical randomness, this retro-looking digital watch is all that you really need for those critical hits or critical fails.

Designer: Timestop

While everyone is probably familiar with the six-sided die used in board games and even casinos, tabletop gamers are probably more familiar with the 20-sided variety, fondly called a “d20” die. In fact, this distinctive design has become the icon of many role-playing games, businesses, and products, but it actually isn’t the only unusual dice in this market.

The aptly named D-20 digital watch is designed specifically to cater to this niche but vibrant market, putting a unique hi-tech spin on a common analog tool. Instead of throwing a die, you push buttons, but the advantage is that you can “fit” as many dice as you need. Despite its name, this digital watch actually supports d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, and d20 rolls. It can even roll a d100 or 12 dice all at once.

While the watch is clearly designed for tabletop RPG gamers, especially with its “fun animation” while virtually rolling the die, it is also a decent digital wristwatch. It has a perpetual calendar, a 12/24 hour mode switch, and an amber backlight. What it doesn’t have, amusingly enough, is an alarm or even a stopwatch function, which the designers deem to be the antithesis of fun.

In terms of aesthetics, the D-20 watch is pretty retro, bearing an octagonal body typical of digital watches of the past. That body is made from stainless steel or fiber-reinforced PBT resin, and while the black and silver colorways are pretty conventional, the bright orange model is quite the head-turner. The D-20 is definitely a niche design, but one that straddles the fine line between a plain digital watch and one with too many smarts.

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Haute horologists have been targeting sleek and futuristic watches that innovate mechanics and complications without adding bulk. Belgium-based watchmaker Ressence watches is building on this image with added emphasis on minimalism – replacing conventional hands with series of smaller disks for an inventive take on the method of time-telling.

The company started in 2010 but is already making watches, unlike any other brand on the market. Case in point is the new limited-edition watch with a dial threaded using indigo-dyed silk fabric. It is made in collaboration with Swiss Art & Métiers artisans, who have weaved a spectrum of colors that like the rings of a tree depict the passing of time created through shades of electric blue to almost black tones at places.

Designer: Ressence

Ressence has selected its Type 8 model – the newest in its repertoire – for the indigo treatment. This 42.9mm grade 5 titanium case watch, launched in 2022, is the brand’s lightest model and measures only 11mm thick. The crownless timepiece is wound and set by turning the caseback that powers the solitary rotating minute hand while the smaller subdial reads the hours. Both orbit on the same plate while blue-glowing Super-LumiNova fills the engraved indications for legibility in all light conditions.

The Ressence Type 8 Indigo carries the same look, feel, and ethos of its worked-upon compatriot but distinguishes itself with the handmade métiers d’art dial woven with indigo-dyed silk thread measuring 2.5 meters in length and only 0.20 mm in diameter and the cutouts around the edges to lock in the thread. This is a strictly limited-edition watch, made in only eight examples, wherein the hypnotizing weaving has been carried out through precision handcrafting over two days on each timepiece.

Featuring a polished grade 5 titanium case and a domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the inside along the silk threaded dial, Ressence Type 8 Indigo is powered by Ressence ROCS 8 automatic ETA 2892/2 base calibre offering 36-hour power reserve. The watch comes paired to a Saffiano calfskin strap and is now available starting November 25 for CHF 25,000 (approximately $28,000).

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If an idea is the life of a product story, its design is the oxygen to keep it alive. Design however doesn’t have to always reinvent the wheel to visualize an idea; it can sometimes just draw inspiration and reimagine the familiar with a new breath of air. The Modern-day Vintage Alarm Clock & Wristwatch combo by a young designer on Behance is an embodiment of this. It is a beautiful blend of nostalgia with modernity that would strike a chord with minimalists and vintage lovers alike.

The wristwatch and alarm clock concept envisioned with the inspiration of what’s existed in the past, isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about telling that vintage tale with new characterization and symbolism. Through the idea of these analog timepieces, the designer draws us to appreciate the past and embrace the innovative simplicity that forms the mainstay of her work.

Designer: Elif Bulut

The clean lines and the smooth finish of the cases – of both the watch and the clock – are instant enticers, but the charm lies in their dials. The center of the dial is minimalist, it features four strokes marking the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock positions. This unembellished center amplifies the retro aesthetic while the timepieces scale up to modernism high with a labyrinth-style periphery of the center.

This labyrinth-style dial layout with two colored balls acting as hour and minute indicators of an analog timepiece is a playful way of telling the time. Idealistically, the balls glide along the labyrinth paths to represent time, in their way transforming every glance at the watch/clock into simple to see and clutter-free to read.

The design of the alarm clock leans heavily into its vintage roots. Its visual charm is accentuated by its two-pusher top that reminds of the classic bedside clocks from yesteryears. The square face of the clock is complemented with the similar silhouette of the watch which comes paired with a sleek silicone strap ensuring comfort without compromising style.

The overwhelming digital minimalism of the watch and the accompanying clock is not only for the collectors and horologists to spend a moment with, it is for me, an encouraging concept for other designers to think in the past and design in the present. Its balance of ingenuity and simplicity is overpowering to look, but that at no point understates the basic time-telling function of these timepieces.

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Watchmaker Audemars Piguet tends to blend contemporary pop culture facets into the Royal Oak design philosophy. Its latest creation the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Companion” is a true embodiment of this. In creating this watch – that intends to explore new boundaries of art and haute horology – AP is joined by KAWS, a Brooklyn-based front-running artist in the contemporary pop art scene.

The resulting KAWS x Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Companion” is no short of charisma, even considering the fact that it is only limited to 250 examples. Making it incredibly elite and enticing in the same breath is the iconic KAWS Companion character – a grayscale cartoon mouse with a skull and crossbones for its head and eyes made from crosses, trapped inside the face of the watch with its palms pressing against the sapphire crystal.

Designer: Audemars Piguet xx KAWS

The watch’s spectacular dial with the ‘Companion’ at the center grows interesting with the surrounding hour and minute hands, featuring luminescent coating, that move in the periphery of the movement. Audemars Piguet calls it the peripheral time display that might create many aesthetic possibilities especially in such watches when a statement figure or identity at the heart of the dial does not anymore block the time-telling hands.

The Companion, revealing the tourbillon cage on its chest, sits on top of the Royal Oak’s sunburst-brushed titanium dial plate with its X-shaped eyes glowing in the dark with grey lacquer. The KAWS x Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Companion” features a 43mm sandblasted titanium case and black ceramic crown, and measures only 17.4mm thick. Even with the visually dominant character inside, made from brushed and sandblasted titanium, the AP Royal Oak does not tip the scale too much, the titanium watch is surprisingly lightweight for everyday use.

In the past 50-plus years, Audemars Piguet Royal Oak has been through numerous iterations. Still, its design aesthetics including the tonneau-shaped case and the apparent eight hexagonal screws on the bezel have remained unchanged. It’s true with the Companion edition as well, which sees hexagonal screws earmarked in KAWS ‘X’ motif. The watch itself is powered by hand-wound 2979 movement that beats at 3Hz and offers 72 hours of power reserve. The caseback carries the KAWS branding, Audemars Piguet logo, and the words “Limited Edition of 250 pieces,” engraved on it. Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Companion” comes with a dark grey calfskin leather strap or choice of and a slate grey calfskin strap and is priced at 200,000 CHF (approx. $220,000) through Audemars Piguet boutiques.

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Smart rings are now being positioned to replace smartwatches but only in terms of tracking the wearer’s health and activities. They can’t tell the time like smartwatches, at least not until they’re able to show a tiny display that’s still readable. There might be a way around that limitation, but it will make you look like you’re wearing a shrunken wristwatch on your finger.

That’s pretty much the case for the new Casio Ring Watch CRW-001-1JR, practically a miniature version of the classic Casio digital watch. It has a full watch face, just smaller, that you can clearly read at a glance. Ironically, it doesn’t have any sensors, but that could be a possibility in the future given how large it is anyway.

Designer: Casio

To be really blunt, this “finger watch” is more of a cute and funny novelty than something you’d really want to depend on. It’s meant to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Casio’s digital watch business, which is why it tries to stick as close as possible to that design. It is also functional, though comfortable use is obviously out of the question.

With a display that’s almost an inch in size, the Casio Ring Watch manages to squeeze in a 7-segment LCD that can display hours, minutes, and seconds. There are also multiple modes, including dual-time, alarm, and a stopwatch. Yes, it has an alarm, but rather than cramming a tiny and terrible speaker, it just flashes the screen to get your attention.

The Casio Ring Watch is roughly 1/10th the size of a regular Casio digital watch, but to accommodate that unusual design, which includes three physical buttons, the company opted to have a single ring size. It’s equivalent to US size 10.5 or 20mm inner diameter, but the package includes two spacers for those with smaller finger sizes. Unfortunately, that design does mean that larger fingers are out of luck.

This odd “smart” ring is more of a collectible product rather than an everyday wear anyway. Since we humans use our hands a lot, such a large ring will get in our way often. It is advertised to be waterproof, though, but the exact rating isn’t disclosed. It runs on a replaceable battery that is also stated to last at least two years before needing a substitute. The Casio Ring Watch will be launching next month with an SRP of 19,800 JPY, roughly $128. International availability is still unknown.

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There are two interesting facts about the tennis GOAT: Novak Djokovic. He is one of the only five players in the history of the game to win all four grand slams and the Olympic gold medal in singles event. And that he is the brand ambassador of the watchmaking legacy at Hublot. The horologist has been on the wrist with the achievements of the 24-time grand slam winner Djokovic since they served the partnership ace in 2021.

Hublot is now substantiating its commitment toward the Serbian legend and honoring his achievements – including the Golden slam and Olympic medal at the gaming extravaganza in Paris – with the launch of Big Bang Unico Noval Djokovic. The watch inspired by Djokovic’s record-breaking achievements is Hublot’s attribute to the tennis great’s agility on the court and its inclination toward sustainable innovations in watchmaking.

Designer: Hublot

To that accord, the Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic has been made from parts of his actual rackets and on-court kits. The 42mm case Hublot with Djokovic’s name, measures 14.5mm at the thickest point, and features an epoxy resin base with quartz powder reinforcement. It has been fused with the recycled fragments of 25 HEAD racquets and 32 Lacoste polos (17 dark blue and 15 light blue) that Djokovic used in the 2023 season to complete the matte blue recycled composite case and bezel of the watch.

The skeletonized dial of the watch, with yellow seconds pusher and bezel screws curved to mimic a ball, makes clever references to tennis. It rests under a tempered Gorilla glass that replaces the sapphire glass from the previous Big Bang’s. The Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic has been created lighter than a tennis ball at just 49.5g and is powered by a PVD-finished in-house self-winding Unico manufacture chronograph movement offering up to 72 hours of power reserve.

While Djokovic fans would do anything to get this piece of historic relevance on their wrist, not all would have the pleasure of it. Hublot strictly limits production of the Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic to 100 examples at AUD78,700 (approximately $51,000) each. If you happen to chance upon one, you will have the option to take it home on one of the four straps: elastic sweatband, Velcro strap, white rubber strap, and a Lacoste strap.

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It’s almost too easy to take for granted the conveniences we enjoy today thanks to modern devices like computers and calculators. Calculators might be a common sight these days, even on smartphones as a pre-installed app, but there was actually a time when these counting machines were only found in offices. Their bulky designs and expensive components limited their availability to businesses that could afford them, forcing other people to depend on manual calculations.

The first generation of personal calculators, large as they may be by today’s standards, truly revolutionized this industry, making it easier for professionals, students, and practically anybody to make complicated calculations in just seconds. To recognize one of these trailblazers, Casio just released a new version of its odd calculator watch, taking its design cues from its own Casio Mini pocket calculator from the 70s.

Designer: Casio

Wristwatches that cram tiny calculator keys in a small space aren’t exactly new. Whether they’re actually practical or convenient is hardly a concern, as they give watch lovers and Casio fans something to cherish. Especially in an age where everyone can use their phones for the same purpose, these timepieces become designs that combine nostalgia and novelty in one package.

The new arrivals to this set don’t actually add new functionality, which would ruin the charm of this device, but tweak the design a bit for an even more retro look. The Casio CA-53WB watches specifically adopt the design elements of the Casio Mini from 1972, starting with the three color options available back in 1972: ivory, black, and blue-green. Unlike the other Casio calculator watches, these three use green text on a negative LCD, just like those old-school displays.

There are also more subtle design cues that might be more familiar to those who remember the original calculators. The number buttons, for example, are separated by grid lines, and the mode indicator uses a red color to emulate the power indicator of the old calculator.

In terms of functionality, the Casio CA-53WB is exactly like the other models, supporting up to eight digits for calculations and providing features like a stopwatch and an alarm. One modern improvement in the design is the use of bio-based resin for the watch band, reducing the product’s environmental impact. This blast from the past calculator watch costs $36, a few bucks more than the regular Casio calculator watches.

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Swatch’s Bioceramic MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase feels like it was made with a focus on minimalist design—the same kind of style we value at Yanko Design. Its clean, monochromatic light gray and black look perfectly fits a modern, understated approach. This color scheme is my personal favorite. It’s subtle yet makes a strong impression without needing flashy colors or details. Swatch and Omega have managed to create something visually striking while staying grounded.

PROS:

1. Earth and Moon Phases: Unique, dual-phase display that’s visually engaging.


2. Monochromatic Look: The gray and black theme is sleek and modern.


3. Eco-Friendly Bioceramic: Durable and sustainable material choice.


4. UV-Responsive Earth Phase: Adds a fun glow-in-the-dark feature.

CONS:

1. Higher Water Resistance: More than 3 bar would improve versatility.


2. Leather Strap Option: A leather strap alternative would add elegance and versatility.

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OMEGA x Swatch’s Mission to Earthphase stuns with the world’s first Earth and Moon phase design—bringing the beauty of cosmic cycles to your wrist.

Designer: OMEGA x Swatch

From the dial’s lunar-inspired texture to the unique Earth and Moon phase indicators, this watch matches the design we feature at Yanko Design. For anyone who appreciates simplicity with a touch of curiosity, this watch combines style and exploration elements.

Design

The Bioceramic MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase combines Swatch’s playful side with Omega’s tribute to space exploration. The case is made from Swatch’s Bioceramic—a mix of ceramic and bio-sourced materials—giving the watch a durable yet lightweight feel. The light gray color sets the stage for the watch’s unique details without overpowering them.

OMEGA x Swatch: MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase

The black tachymeter bezel is a key part of the design, which includes Omega’s iconic “dot over ninety,” a small but recognizable touch connecting this watch to Omega’s history. The black bezel contrasts nicely with the light gray case, improving readability and adding depth to the look. Swatch’s attention to detail shines through on the dial, with a grainy, lunar-like texture. This adds a sense of depth and a hint of the Moon’s rugged surface.

Image: OMEGA x Swatch

The dual-phase indicators bring the design to life. At two o’clock, the Moon Phase shows how the Moon looks from Earth, while at ten o’clock, the Earth Phase shows Earth as seen from the Moon. This Earth indicator is a Swatch patent, with colors that reflect the oceans, forests, and deserts. It even glows under UV light, adding a cool effect in dark settings. The two indicators move in opposite directions, showing the relationship between the Earth and the Moon and following a 29.5-day cycle.

Image: OMEGA x Swatch

Ergonomics and Dial Clarity

The Mission to Earthphase is comfortable to wear. Its 42 mm case feels balanced, and Swatch’s Bioceramic material keeps the weight down, so it sits nicely on the wrist. Inspired by Omega’s Speedmaster, the asymmetrical case shape makes it easy to wear and adds a unique touch. The rounded edges ensure there’s no discomfort, making it great for daily wear.

OMEGA x Swatch: MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase

The dial is easy to read, even with its textured surface. Swatch has used a high-contrast black and gray color scheme, making each element stand out. Despite having multiple subdials, the Moon and Earth phases are clearly visible without overcrowding the design. Swatch applied Grade A Super-LumiNova to the hands and markers, which means it’s readable even in low light, with a green glow that fits the space theme.

Image: OMEGA x Swatch

Swatch paired the watch with a black Velcro strap with light gray stitching. The strap matches the overall design and adds a bit of rugged charm. The Velcro material is practical and adjustable, providing a secure fit for wrists of all sizes. A Bioceramic loop stamped with the Swatch logo completes the look, adding a small branding detail without overdoing it.

Performance

The Mission to Earthphase runs on a quartz movement, keeping it accurate and reliable. Swatch’s choice of quartz over mechanical means this watch doesn’t need frequent maintenance, making it easy to rely on day-to-day. The quartz powers the main display and the additional features, like the chronograph and the dual phase indicators.

OMEGA x Swatch: MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase

The Moon and Earth phase indicators follow a 29.5-day cycle, moving in opposite directions. The Moon Phase shows the Moon as it appears from Earth, while the Earth Phase shows how Earth would look from the Moon’s perspective. This feature is both visually interesting and scientifically accurate. The Earth Phase uses UV-reactive ink, so the oceans glow under UV light, adding an extra interaction layer.

OMEGA x Swatch: MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase

OMEGA x Swatch: MoonSwatch Mission to Earthphase

The watch also has a seconds-only chronograph function, allowing simple timekeeping tasks. With a water resistance rating of 3 bar, it’s built for daily use and can handle splashes, though it’s not meant for swimming or diving. The Velcro strap stays secure even during activity, while the quartz movement keeps everything running smoothly and reliably.

Sustainability

Swatch made a responsible choice by using Bioceramic, a mix of ceramic and bio-sourced materials, for the case. This helps lower the watch’s environmental impact without sacrificing quality or durability. By including bio-sourced materials, Swatch shows that eco-friendly design doesn’t have to compromise on style or function.

The Super-LumiNova used on the hands and markers is also environmentally safe, non-toxic, and long-lasting. This glow-in-the-dark feature doesn’t fade quickly, so there’s no need for frequent replacements. Swatch has managed to bring sustainability into the Mission to Earthphase naturally without making it feel like a forced addition.

Image: OMEGA x Swatch

Value and Wrap-Up

The Mission to Earthphase offers a strong mix of style, function, and sustainable design at a price that feels accessible. Every detail, from the UV-reactive Earth Phase to the durable Bioceramic case, adds something special. The monochromatic color scheme echoes Yanko Design’s focus on simplicity and balance, bringing a fresh and refined look without relying on excess. This watch celebrates its theme and brings the Earth-Moon relationship to life on the wrist.

For those who appreciate space, science, or simply a design that doesn’t try too hard, the Mission to Earthphase is an enjoyable experience. Swatch has created a piece that invites you to take a closer look at its details, delivering a unique and practical wristwatch.

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The new TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna is as much a watch as it is a celebration of Ayrton Senna’s enduring legacy in Formula 1. With only 500 pieces available, TAG Heuer has pulled out all the stops to create a timepiece that merges high-end design, cutting-edge mechanics, and a rich sense of history. Crafted from lightweight grade-2 titanium, this Carrera model is bold yet comfortable, setting a durable stage for some impressive features that pay tribute to the iconic Brazilian driver’s career and style, timed perfectly around Netflix’s upcoming documentary on the racing legend.

Designer: Tag Heuer

Fans of Senna will immediately spot the references to his racing persona in the watch’s aesthetic. The 44mm case is framed by a sleek carbon bezel engraved with Senna’s name, and its tachymeter scale is a playful nod to F1 speed, allowing measurements up to 400 km/h. The dial is where things get even more interesting: a yellow sub-dial at the nine o’clock position not only provides functional contrast but also recalls Senna’s racing colors. Paired with a blue rubber strap and accented in green, the color scheme echoes Senna’s legendary racing livery while maintaining the watch’s modern, sleek appearance.

Inside, TAG Heuer has equipped the watch with its top-tier Calibre TH20-09 movement, a tourbillon that promises both accuracy and sophistication. A tourbillon isn’t just a showpiece; it’s a mechanism that compensates for gravitational errors in timekeeping, making this model as precise as it is visually compelling. The movement delivers 65 hours of power reserve, allowing users the luxury of taking it off for a couple of days without resetting the time. This blend of practical power and refined engineering is a perfect tribute to Senna’s relentless pursuit of perfection.

Turning the watch over, owners will find another personal touch: a sapphire crystal case back engraved with Senna’s image, showing him in his helmet. It’s a nod to the Brazilian driver’s legendary presence on the track, adding an intimate connection for those who wear it. The Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna also offers 100 meters of water resistance, making it ready for a variety of real-world conditions beyond the racetrack. This is not just a display piece—it’s designed for active use while preserving its commemorative value.

To coincide with the watch’s release, TAG Heuer timed this launch to match a Netflix series on Senna, hoping to captivate both long-time fans and newer followers of his legacy. Priced at $37,900, the Carrera Tourbillon is undoubtedly an investment, but for fans and watch collectors, it represents something beyond luxury. It’s a way to own a part of the legend’s story, embodied in a timepiece that’s built with the same intensity and focus Senna brought to the sport.

For those who seek not only a high-performing watch but also a connection to one of motorsport’s greatest icons, the Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon x Senna offers just that—a bridge between high watchmaking and the thrilling legacy of Formula 1.

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Omega and Swatch have introduced the Mission to Earthphase, a watch that illustrates Earth and Moon phases on a single dial. This latest addition to the MoonSwatch series features an innovative Earth phase complication, marking a first in watchmaking history. Designed to simulate how Earth appears from the Moon, the Mission to Earthphase pays tribute to the beauty of our planet as seen from space.

Designers: Swatch x OMEGA

From the dial’s textured gray surface to its intricately crafted Earth and Moon indicators, this watch is filled with details inspired by celestial mechanics. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Mission to Earthphase features a quartz movement tailored to manage these dual complications. Here, we’ll explore the design, how it works, and the unique movement that powers this timepiece.

A Design that Brings Earth and Moon Together

The Mission to Earthphase’s dial design immediately captures attention. Unlike traditional moonphase watches, which depict the phases of the Moon as seen from Earth, the Mission to Earthphase shifts perspectives. Positioned at ten o’clock, the Earth phase complication displays Earth’s phases as they would be viewed from the Moon, offering a unique perspective of our planet.

Image: Swatch

In this Earth phase indicator, continents and oceans are depicted in vivid colors. Oceans are treated with UV-reactive ink, glowing under ultraviolet light, creating a soft blue glow reminiscent of how astronauts describe Earth—as a glowing blue marble against the vastness of space. This glow captures the beauty and mystery of our planet. Landmasses are rendered with fine detail, presenting a vibrant and precise representation of the Earth’s surface.

Across the dial at the two o’clock position, the Moon phase indicator sits across the dial. Omega and Swatch have ensured that the Moon is represented with signature attention to detail. Two large depictions of the Moon glow in the dark thanks to Super-LumiNova treatment. This soft white glow adds a touch of mystique without overpowering the rest of the dial, enhancing visual appeal and ensuring legibility in low-light settings.

The Movement: Precision and Innovation

The Mission to Earthphase is powered by a unique quartz movement specifically engineered to support both Earth and Moon phase complications. Traditional moonphase watches use a simple mechanism to track the Moon’s 29.5-day cycle. However, Omega and Swatch took a more complex approach to incorporate both Earth and Moon phases.

Image: Swatch

The Earth phase rotates in the opposite direction of the Moon phase, accurately depicting how the Earth’s phases appear to an observer on the Moon. This reverse rotation reflects the actual orientation of Earth and Moon phases relative to each other.

The gearing system behind the Earth phase complication was calibrated to ensure synchronization with the Moon phase while operating independently. This design required Omega and Swatch to rethink the mechanics of dual-phase displays, resulting in a sophisticated and reliable movement.

Textured Dial and Classic Bezel for a Space-Inspired Look

The dial surface of the Mission to Earthphase features a grainy gray texture that replicates the rugged landscape of the Moon. This surface provides a tactile quality, grounding the watch in its cosmic theme and echoing the Moon’s cratered terrain. It connects the wearer to the idea of standing on the Moon and looking back at Earth.

Image: Swatch

Surrounding the detailed dial is a black tachymeter bezel with light gray markers. This bezel contrasts with the textured dial, allowing the dial’s features to remain the focal point. The tachymeter scale adds a functional element, maintaining the chronograph heritage of Omega’s Speedmaster series while emphasizing the connection between space exploration and timekeeping.

Bioceramic Case and Space-Ready Strap

The Mission to Earthphase case is crafted from Bioceramic, a material that combines ceramic with bio sourced elements derived from castor oil. The 42-millimeter case has a light gray tone that harmonizes with the lunar-themed dial, adding a sense of cohesion. Bioceramic is lightweight and durable, making it ideal for a watch designed for comfortable wear while maintaining sophistication.

Image: Swatch

Swatch has equipped the Mission to Earthphase with a black Velcro strap stitched with light gray thread, providing comfort and adjustability for various wrist sizes. The strap draws from materials used in astronaut gear, adding an authentic touch of space-inspired practicality. The Omega and Swatch branding is visible on the strap, highlighting the partnership behind this watch.

The battery cover on the watch’s back is etched with an image of the Moon, complete with Neil Armstrong’s iconic footprint—a nod to the historic lunar landing.

The Mission to Earthphase runs on a quartz movement chosen for its precision and low maintenance requirements. While mechanical movements often carry a sense of tradition, the quartz option provides the accuracy needed to maintain Earth and Moon phase indicators. This aligns with Swatch’s approach of making accessible, high-quality designs without compromising performance.

Image: Swatch

Quartz technology ensures that the Earth and Moon phases stay in perfect sync with real-world cycles, reducing the need for manual adjustments. This makes the Mission to Earthphase practical for everyday wearers who appreciate innovation without the upkeep of a mechanical movement. The stability and durability of quartz movement provide peace of mind, keeping the watch accurate with minimal intervention.

A Unique Achievement in Dual-Phase Display

The Mission to Earthphase showcases the Earth and Moon phases in a unified, independent rotation. This dual-phase complication exemplifies Omega and Swatch’s innovative engineering, clearly depicting Earth-Moon dynamics.

Image: Swatch

The Mission to Earthphase brings the cosmos to the wrist through its crafted dial, unique movement, and detailed design. Omega and Swatch provide a distinctive experience of the Earth-Moon relationship, blending technical precision with artistic vision.

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