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Kees Engelbarts Platinum Tsuba Watch

A few weeks ago I made the transition from Total Watch Reviews to Total Design Reviews. The main reason I made this decision is because I wanted to feature a much broader range of subjects including Architecture, Technology, Lifestyle and Horology. Ultimately that means I can now select only the most exclusive and best-designed timepieces available. That is why I was delighted to receive a press release from Kees Englebarts unveiling his latest masterpiece called the Platinum Tsuba Watch.

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As the name suggests the Platinum Tsuba Watch is a truly remarkable watch reserved for only a select amount of fortunate buyers. In fact this wonderful timepiece might appeal to the owners of some the exquisite properties I have recently featured. However it is pertinent to mention that this unique watch was probably commissioned by a discerning buyer with exceptionally deep pockets. Therefore if you wanted something similar you would have to contact Kees Englebarts directly.

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Visually the Platinum Tsuba Watch is absolutely spectacular and is definitely a future museum piece. The dial that pays homage to a scene by Hamano Masanobu (called Tsuba with a Hawk and Sparrow) is a revelation. It also showcases all of Kees Englebarts engraving skills. I absolutely love the meticulous attention to detail, especially the gold leaves and miniature bronze sparrow. This entire splendor is encapsulated in an extravagant 49mm x 16mm (weighing a mighty 301 grams) polished platinum case.

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Powering the watch is a sophisticated Swiss made hand-winding movement. The Caliber AS 690 comprises 17-jewels and oscillates at a frequency of 18,000 vibrations per hour. This sublime Mokume Gane decorated mechanism is visibly showcased through the sapphire crystal case back. Functionally the Platinum Tsuba Watch features hours, minutes and a power reserve of eight days.

Photographs courtesy of Guy Lucas de Peslouan.

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