Armin Strom Revolutionises Watchmaking with Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Blue Release

Upon the acquisition of Armin Strom, innovative leaders Serge Michel and Claude Greisler made significant strides forward in watchmaking. They championed the creation of a complete, vertical manufacture that still honoured the hand-skeletonised movements for which Armin Strom was celebrated. Through careful study and development, they also successfully tackled the concept of Mirrored Force Resonance on a watch scale, transforming it into a practical, unique feature of their timepieces.

The Gravity Equal Force watch distils this innovation, embodying the brand’s horological success. Introduced in 2019, the watch stood out as a world-first: it was the first automatic timepiece with a stop-work declutch mechanism. This remarkable feature ensures the power provided to the balance is consistent throughout its 72-hour power reserve, making it a true game-changer in the watch industry.

The beauty of the watch extends far beyond its colour. It blends antique and modern aesthetics, with three straight finger bridges that call to mind the architecture of classic pocket watches, while the off-centred hour and minute disc lends a modern touch. Adding to this, the stop-work mechanism, a major technical breakthrough for the brand, is not concealed but is instead displayed on the dial for all to appreciate.

The dial itself is a work of art. Its richly textured mainplate features a hand-guilloché barley grain pattern. The openworked bridges secure the linear components in a harmonious balance. The time indications may be off-centred, yet the dial exhibits pleasing symmetry. With the addition of a light grey sapphire crystal hour and minute disc containing the small seconds sub-dial, Armin Strom’s Gravity Equal Force watch offers a new dimension to understanding time. The watch’s polished hour and minute hands are filled with Super-LumiNova for improved visibility, underscoring Armin Strom’s commitment to functional luxury.