Ressence Introduces the Smaller, Simpler Type 9

Persevering with the occasion of scaled-down variations of its signature wristwatch, Ressence unveils the Type 9. Characterised by a 39 mm titanium case – the smallest model throughout the mannequin’s current catalogue – the Type 9 is rather like the Type 8 in being a time-only displaying merely hours and minutes, with no seconds. In a major for the mannequin, the minute scale has been repositioned from the dial to the mounted bezel that now sports activities actions a five-minute scale.

Preliminary concepts

The Type 9 is a logical evolution of the mannequin’s entry-level model that retains the trademark “planetary” time present nevertheless in a smaller, simpler format. With a diameter of solely 39 mm and transient lugs, the Type 9 is additional wearable. Though the Type 9 is actually probably the most cheap watch throughout the line-up, the model new model does not compromise on aesthetics, sustaining the distinctive look and feel.

Priced at CHF12,500, the Type 9 is CHF1,000 cheap than the next-most-affordable model, the Type 8. For me, it’s a excellent Ressence wristwatch that mixes a great proportions with affordability.

Arguably the one draw again of the Type 9 is that it supplies to the ever-growing catalogue of fairly associated fashions. The overlap between the Types 8 and 9 are obvious and presumably sophisticated.

Glorious measurement

In standard Ressence style, the case of the Type 9 has no crown. As an alternative time-setting and handbook winding of the movement is completed by rotating the case once more. Ensuing from its improvement, the case is simply waterproof to 10 m, “splash resistance” in response to Ressence.

The case measures 39 mm in diameter and 11 mm in thickness. It’s the similar peak as a result of the Type 8 that’s 42.9 mm in depth, nevertheless noticeably smaller. Weighing solely 39 grams along with the strap, the Type 9 is notably lightweight. The transient lugs improve the wearability of the pebble-like case.

Obtainable in grey and “aqua” blue, the domed dial is roofed by a domed sapphire crystal. Minutes are indicated by the larger hand in opposition to the five-minute scale engraved on the brushed bezel.

Hours are on the equally brushed orbital sub-dial that has numerals at three and 9, along with stick indices for the alternative hours. The mannequin’s hand model takes the place of the 12 o’clock marker, balanced by a hoop marker for six. All markings are filled with Super-LumiNova for enhanced visibility in darkish environments.

The Type 9 is powered by ROCS 9, an ETA 2892 with the patented Ressence ROCS module on excessive. Fast for Ressence Orbital Convex System, ROCS drives the planetary time present.

The movement specs are equal to the stock ETA 2892, which is 36 hours of vitality reserve and 28,800 beats per hour (4 Hz).

Key Data and Price

Ressence Type 9

Diameter: 39 mm
Prime: 11 mm
Supplies: Titanium
Crystal: Sapphire
Water resistance: 10 m

Movement: ROCKS 9
Capabilities: Hours and minutes
Winding: Computerized
Frequency: 28,800 beats per hour (4 Hz)
Vitality reserve: 36 hours

Strap: Leather-based-based with pin buckle

Restricted model: No
Availability: Now at Ressence or its retailers
Price: 12,500 Swiss francs, excluding taxes

For additional information, go to Ressencewatches.com.

Once more to excessive.