The URWERK UR-10 Spacemeter: An Exquisite Blend of Intellectual Sophistication and Nostalgic Tribute

Unveiling a masterpiece that intertwines the marvels of astronomy with the precision of timekeeping, the URWERK UR-10 Spacemeter is an enthralling blend of traditional and avant-garde watchmaking aesthetics. This watch is not just an instrument of time but an intriguing insight into Earth’s motion, thereby captivating the hearts of high-end watch enthusiasts. Infusing past and present, the UR-10 signature design pays homage to ancestral watchmaking practices as well as the creator’s lineage, embodying the spirit of a modern watchmaker. The watch, with its distinctively clear dial using traditional hands, represents a departure from the brand’s radical design philosophy, thereby dividing opinion. The fascinating story of the watch extends on the three subdials that give an insight into Earth’s current rate of motion, including speed and distance. The highest subdial represents the Earth’s rotatory speed around its axis, similar to a running seconds indicator, while the one below depicts Earth’s revolving speed around the sun. Subtly placed on the left is another instrumental cog that combines Earth’s spin and motion around the sun, thus revealing the planet’s current orbital velocity. The rationale behind this rare fusion of astronomy and timekeeping is reminiscent of a mysterious pendulum regulator-style clock in the collection of Felix Baumgartner’s father, a watchmaker and restorer. This clock, created by Gustave Sandoz, perplexed many, including Felix Baumgartner, the co-founder of URWERK, due to its unlabelled indications and scales. The UR-10 Spacemeter is the result of unraveling this bewilderment and pushing the boundaries of conventional watchmaking. A tribute to the rich historical tapestry, the UR-10 Spacemeter redefines horology—creating a timeless narrative by transporting a piece of the cosmos to the wrists of the discerning.