Kurono Tokyo Grande Akane Urushi Dial - 2021
Kurono Tokyo Grande Akane Urushi Dial
For those unaware of Kurono Tokyo, it is the sub-brand of renowned independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, whom is widely regarded as one of the top watchmakers in the world. His watches are produced in extremely limited numbers, each an individual commission that can take years to deliver. In order to allow some of his magic to be enjoyed by the wider public, he created the Kurono Tokyo brand. These watches are designed by Hajime-san, but utilise components created to his specification from external manufacturers. Each watch then passes through his hands to ensure the quality is worthy of his name.
Though released at very accessible price points, they have amassed a huge following within the independent watch community and each release sells out in under 5 minutes. This has led to extremely high demand on the secondary market, and it seems everyone wants in on the Kurono action.
The piece we have here is known as the Akane, and is the first watch made under the 'Grand' sub-category, reserved for higher level artisanally finished pieces. The reason it falls under this moniker is the spectacular Urushi dial featuring a ‘Hamon' pattern that is finished with the traditional Japanese ‘Niiro' chemical treatment, and then sealed by an additional layer of transparent lacquer. This lacquer means that each piece will age differently with it's owner. In person, the dial is nothing short of spectacular.
It is powered by the usual 90S5 high-grade Miyota movement, and is assembled in Japan by hand.
This particular piece was delivered March 2021 and presents in TZ Excellent condition. Case shows only small hairlines and light swirlies, while the minute hand shows what looks like some oxidisation. See images for full condition details.
Comes with inner box, instruction manual, warranty booklet dated May 2021, Kurono bracelet with pouch, Kurono decorative cloth and Watch Vault cleaning cloth.
Brand: Kurono Tokyo
Year: 2021
Style: Dress
Gender: Men’s
Model #: Grand Akane
Case Material: Steel
Case details: 37mm
Movement: Automatic self winding Miyota 90S5
Dial: Urushi
Paraphernalia: Outer box, inner box, instruction manual, warranty booklet dated May 2021, Kurono bracelet with pouch, Kurono decorative cloth and Watch Vault cleaning cloth
TZ Grading: Excellent
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