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H992 x Astro H1 limited edition blends urban art and Swiss watchmaking

October 2024


H992 x Astro H1 limited edition blends urban art and Swiss watchmaking

A passionate encounter between the La Chaux-de-Fonds brand and the French street artist has led to the convergence of architecture, design, art, and automotive worlds. This model is a dialogue between Swiss precision and urban aesthetics, combining tradition and creativity in a unique design.

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orn in La Chaux-de-Fonds, at 992 meters above sea level, the watch brand H992, Architecte Horloger, embodies the deep connection between Horology, Time, and Humanity. Faithful to its roots, H992 draws inspiration from the unique architecture of La Chaux-de-Fonds, a city carved with geometric precision where order and structure merge with creativity.

Now, H992 presents its first artistic collaboration with internationally recognised Parisian street artist Astro. Beginning his career in graffiti in 2000 and known for his work on the body of an Art-Car, Astro brings his urban art to the dial of the H992 watch, with his optical illusions, fluid lines, and dynamic forms. His work adorns the walls of many cities around the world.

H992 x Astro H1 limited edition blends urban art and Swiss watchmaking

This project was born from a friendship and a shared vision: to create a watch that reflects the fusion between precision watchmaking and the energy of street art. The collaboration symbolises the union between the architectural precision of La Chaux-de-Fonds and the spontaneous artistry of street art, where each dial reflects this harmonious blend of structure and creativity. H992, as Architecte Horloger, once again highlights the balance between precision, watchmaking craftsmanship, and artistic expression.

H992 x Astro H1 limited edition blends urban art and Swiss watchmaking

This limited series of 52 pieces perfectly embodies the fusion between urban aesthetics and Swiss watchmaking precision. Astro has designed a unique dial, a true wearable work of art. Each watch, featuring a dial signed by Astro, is a tribute to urbanity, while maintaining the purity and elegance characteristic of H992.

This collaboration follows the Art-Car project, where Astro designed the bodywork of a unique car. The H992 x Astro watch marks a new chapter in this meeting between urban art and Swiss precision. The watches from this collaboration are available on the h992.swiss website as well as with selected partners.

H992 x Astro H1 limited edition blends urban art and Swiss watchmaking

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Collection: H1
  • Movement; SW260-1 automatic COSC certified
  • Case: Steel or black PVD steel 42mm
  • Water resistance: 10 ATM (100 meters)
  • Glass: Sapphire, double anti-reflective treatment on the inside AR43, thickness 1.40mm
  • Limited edition: 52 pieces - 42 in Steel | 10 in Black PVD
  • Price: CHF 1,592 (including Swiss VAT)

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