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Hype Malaysia
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
New Drops From G-SHOCK & A. Lange & Söhne Are Giving Childlike Wonder & Grown-Up Glamour
Some watches were made to be lookers, while others are so chock-full of utility that they're practically Swiss Army knives. But the timepieces highlighted here serve as a reminder that, with enough thought and skill, a marriage of beauty and utility can create wonders. G-SHOCK DW-5600MW 'Unbreakable Dreams' A limited-edition partnership between G-SHOCK and well-known Hong Kong illustrator Little Thunder has been revealed. This collaboration, which revolves around the idea of 'Unbreakable Dreams,' includes a DW-5600 watch that has been redesigned and embellished with Little Thunder's unique illustrated designs. A childlike sense of wonder amid chaos is evoked by the design, which reinterprets the tough timepiece through a new lens. It features a clean white watch with a hand-drawn aesthetic, with motifs and graphics appearing as playful monochrome doodles across the strap. The collaborative DW-5600MW watch maintains the model's signature accuracy and durability, which includes an electroluminescent backlight, multifunction alarm, and 24-hour countdown timer. With its white resin case and 200-meter water resistance, the watch strikes a balance between functionality and style. The partnership, which is unique to Hong Kong, pays homage to dreamers who must traverse ambiguous terrain both literally and figuratively. Additionally, the watch is packaged in a specially made box that showcases Little Thunder's artwork. For a brief period, G-SHOCK Hong Kong will also sell exclusive merchandise, including stickers, enamel brooches, and T-shirts, in addition to the watch. Check out G-SHOCK Hong Kong's website and social media accounts for additional details. A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date In Pink Gold A. Lange & Söhne introduces a new version of the Zeitwerk Date, this time in warm pink gold with a sophisticated grey dial. The Zeitwerk, which defied conventional watchmaking with its precisely switching jumping numerals mechanism, was first introduced in 2009. With a red marker that advances at midnight to show the current date, the 2019 addition of a ring-shaped date display—now rendered in printed glass—adds a dynamic layer of functionality. The most recent model still features the Zeitwerk's iconic German silver time bridge, which gracefully frames the hour and minute apertures along the central axis of the dial. With a constant-force escapement that guarantees steady energy delivery, the patented jumping numerals mechanism executes 1,440 switches daily. Pushers at four and eight o'clock allow you to independently adjust the hour and date displays; each release initiates a switching impulse. At midnight, the date ring and all three numeral discs move in unison, creating an enthralling mechanical ballet. The manually wound L043.8 calibre, which has a 72-hour power reserve and is made up of 516 parts, beats inside the 44.2 mm pink gold case. The movement features artisanal finishes like solarised ratchet wheels, which are visible through the sapphire-crystal caseback. For more information on the new Zeitwerk Date, explore it via A. Lange & Söhne's official website.
Forbes
4 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
A. Lange & Söhne Unveils The Zeitwerk Date In Pink Gold
The A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date in pink gold German watchmaker, A. Lange & Söhne, unveiled the latest version of Zeitwerk Date. It is the first model in the collection that combines a pink gold case with a gray dial. The Zeitwerk collection was introduced in 2009 with a 'switching digital time display' powered by an innovative mechanical movement. In addition to the jumping numerals mechanism, the Zeitwerk Date introduced in 2019 added an equally innovative date ring, circling the dial. Made of printed glass, it depicts the numbers 1 to 31. A small color segment on a ring beneath the date ring moves one step at midnight, allowing the current date to appear in red. It moves one full revolution each month. The date is corrected with a pusher at 8 o'clock. A view of the A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date in-house caliber L043.8 Six years after making its debut in white gold, the Zeitwerk Date is now available in 750 pink gold. It's a subtle change for sure. Both versions of the 44.2mm case house a 925 gray silver dial with a well-balanced display. Two apertures for the prominent hour and minute numerals are arranged from left to right on the center axis of the dial. Within a fraction of a second, the patented jumping numerals mechanism switches the numeral discs 1,440 times each day. The hour display can be advanced separately with the pusher at 4 o'clock. To enable the correction independently of the switching cycles of the movement, a clutch uncouples the hour ring from the jumping numerals mechanism with every actuation of the pusher. Like the date function, the switching impulse is generated when the pusher is released. The top of the dial is the 'UP/DOWN' power reserve indicator and at 6 o'clock is a seconds subdial. The German silver time bridge is part of the movement and frames the time indication with the subsidiary seconds dial, thus creating an instantly noticeable connection between the aesthetic appeal of the exterior and the interior mechanics. The A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date Controlled by a patented constant-force escapement, the force needed to advance the time indication is delivered by a twin mainspring barrel. A fly governor absorbs the surplus energy and protects the jumping numerals mechanism. Every 60 seconds, the constant-force escapement provides the switching impulse for the numeral discs. Positioned between mainspring barrel and balance wheel, it provides stability by assuring that the balance is powered with a consistent amount of force across the entire power-reserve duration. 'The Zeitwerk Date gives traditional A. Lange & Söhne watchmaking artistry a distinctive, contemporary face,' Anthony de Haas, director of Product Development said in a statement. 'Precisely at midnight, it puts on an exceptional show. Because then, all three jumping numeral discs and the date ring switch simultaneously. At that moment, a force and precision are at work that you imagine can be felt through the case.' The watch is powered by the in-house caliber L043.8, beats at a frequency of 18,000 semi-oscillations per hour (2.5 hertz). The manually wound caliber with its twin barrel and two mainsprings provides a 72-hour power reserve. The sapphire-crystal caseback of the pink-gold case provides a view of the artisanal finish of the 516-part movement. Technical and aesthetic highlights include the ratchet wheel adorned with solarization and engraved with the brand name, as well as the constant-force escapement bridge.
Hypebeast
25-07-2025
- Business
- Hypebeast
The A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk Date Gets an Elegant Update in Pink Gold
Summary A. Lange & Söhneunveils a new iteration of theZeitwerk Date, now presented in warm pink gold paired with a refined gray dial—a first for the collection. Originally launched in 2009, the Zeitwerk disrupted traditional watchmaking with its precisely switching jumping numerals mechanism. The 2019 addition of a ring-shaped date display – now rendered in printed glass – adds a dynamic layer of functionality, with a red marker that advances at midnight to indicate the current date. This latest model retains the Zeitwerk's signature time bridge in German silver, elegantly framing the hour and minute apertures along the dial's central axis. The patented jumping numerals mechanism performs 1,440 switches per day, powered by a constant-force escapement that ensures consistent energy delivery. Both the hour and date displays can be independently adjusted via pushers at 4 and 8 o'clock, with each switching impulse triggered upon release. At midnight, the watch performs a captivating mechanical ballet as all three numeral discs and the date ring advance in unison. Inside the 44.2 mm pink gold case beats the manually wound L043.8 caliber, composed of 516 parts and offering a 72-hour power reserve. Visible through the sapphire-crystal caseback, the movement showcases artisanal finishes such as solarized ratchet wheels. To inquire about the new Zeitwerk Date's price point and availability, visit A. Lange & Söhne's officialwebsitefor more information.
