In 2024, the horological world was introduced to the marvel that is the ThinKing, an incredibly thin mechanical wristwatch with a staggering height of just 1.65mm. This was Konstantin Chaykin’s daring and successful attempt to set a new world record. The technical expertise required to bring this vision to life left many a horology enthusiast in awe, and Chaykin was subsequently focused on leveraging this groundbreaking feat into a scalable technology.
Building from this unique framework, Chaykin added a fresh spin by reintroducing the mysterious concept which originally inspired his first wristwatch in 2007. The result was the remarkably slender ThinKing Mystery, presented as a limited edition of only 12 pieces.
Porsche Design has unveiled a new variant of its proven Chronograph 1, a subtle yet impactful reinvention aligned with the opening of a new production facility in Grenchen, Switzerland. While the changes to the timepiece might appear nominal, they are indicative of Porsche Design’s commitment to precision and ongoing innovation within the horological realm.
Journeying back into its history, Porsche Design has seen various iconic figures influencing its watch journey. The original Chronograph 1, released in 1972, bore the craftsmanship of Orfina with the co-branding of Porsche Design. The brand’s conception of designs later transcended through IWC and then Eterna, the recently acquired subsidiary, before finally moving production under Porsche Design Timepieces AG in 2014.