Following the reveal of the 37.09 Uni in January, MING is back with Project 21 – a limited edition creation that originated from a task presented to Ming Thein, the brand’s founder, at a collector’s dinner in 2023. This assignment for the independent watchmaker was to design a timepiece tailored to his own tastes but still achievable within practical limitations. With ten collectors pledging support for the project, Thein aimed to craft an exceptional watch, merging his personal design inclinations with the demands of production.
At the core of Project 21 lies the Frederic Piguet 21, a movement celebrated for its rich history and exceptionally thin design, which made its debut in 1925. Notable luxury brands like Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet have employed this historical movement. This classic timepiece mechanism resides within a single-piece 35mm case made from tantalum, a metal known for its exceptional resistance to corrosion and high melting point. Tantalum is famously challenging to machine due to its difficult nature.
Highlighted inside the tantalum watch case is the breathtaking dial, embellished with a 5N rose gold coating and intricately designed multilayered patterns encased within a fused borosilicate covering. This design element floats above a brass plate that’s been treated using CVD coating, and features etched markers on top.
After the successful handover of the first ten items, Project 21 has been officially approved for a limited edition run of 15 pieces. Priced at about $36,543 USD or 32,500 CHF, the MING’s Project 21 21.01 watch will be accessible on their official website and also through selected authorized retail partners.
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2025-03-05 16:25