Created

The beautiful titanium body of MONOLITH combines simplicity with strength. It is crafted through the technical prowess of Gunma Instrument Inc. a manufacturer of global brand watches. The creation of the initial high-quality mold for the case manufacturing process relies not only on cutting-edge machinery but also on the exceptional skill and uncompromising attitude of the people involved.
The basic shape formed by the mold undergoes multiple forging and pressing processes to create the final case shape. The surface finishing and painting processes are all carried out by skilled artisans by hand.

Created

The rubber-coated leather strap with a D buckle is crafted by Jean Rousseau, known for its meticulous finishing using carefully selected leather since its founding in 1954. With its own tanning facilities, Jean Rousseau operates flagship stores in Paris, London, Tokyo, and New York, producing a variety of leather goods, including watch straps. Their exceptional craftsmanship, elegance, high quality, and dedication to preserving and promoting traditional techniques have earned Jean Rousseau the designation of "Intangible Cultural Heritage Company" from the French government in 2007.

Created

The movement that powers MONOLITH is made by MIYOTA, which has supplied watch movements to brands around the world for 40 years. MIYOTA's origins date back to 1959 when Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. established a movement manufacturing factory in Miyota Town, Nagano Prefecture. Since then, they have continuously supplied new products to the market through relentless development.
"To provide quality watches to as many people as possible," MIYOTA continues to offer enduring value that transcends generations.

Materials

The crystal protecting the dial of MONOLITH is made of sapphire glass. To enhance the matte black of the dial, the sapphire glass features an anti-reflective coating on both sides, with an additional fingerprint-resistant coating on the top surface. The case back is also treated with an anti-reflective coating and has a gray vapor deposition that blends the metal's sheen, giving an elegant expression to the movement.
Sapphire glass possesses excellent optical, thermal, mechanical, and electrical properties, and is well-known as the second hardest mineral after diamond. It is highly resistant to scratches, even in harsh environments where sand and other abrasive materials may be present.

Materials

To express the world of MONOLITH, we have applied a deep black matte finish that eliminates all gloss. To achieve this black, we meticulously focused on the depth, luster, and shading of the color through multiple iterations, balancing practicality while pushing the limits of how dark we could make it. Covered with a highly porous surface that has a high light absorption rate, we have achieved a pure black reminiscent of outer space. The special coating is so sensitive that even a brief touch can render it unusable.
Additionally, we are planning an IP Black plated model featuring meteorite (the Muonionalusta, discovered in 1906).

Materials

The hands of MONOLITH feature N Night Glow (Luminova)®, developed by Nemoto & Co., Ltd.
N Night Glow (Luminova)® is brighter than traditional luminescent paints and glows longer than fluorescent paints. This luminescent pigment exhibits high brightness and long afterglow when exposed to natural light or fluorescent light. It also boasts excellent light resistance, ensuring stable use over an extended period.
To emphasize the shape of the hands and ensure visibility, the luminescent paint is applied to the top surface using silk screen printing. The hands floating on the dial in the dark combine beauty with practicality.
*“N Night Glow” and “Luminova” are registered trademarks of Nemoto &Co., Ltd.