Introducing T1 Titanium Guilloche, a new product from HYT’s T1 collection

Introducing T1 Titanium Guilloche, a new product from HYT’s T1 collection ​
Office Mugino Press release: April 4, 2025 Introducing T1 Titanium Guilloche, a new product from HYT’s T1 collection HYT’s new T1 Titanium Guilloche is a timepiece that combines a guilloche dial with HYT’s unique hydromechanical
watchmaking technology. Limited to 8 pieces worldwide. The new T1 Titanium Guilloche, limited to only eight pieces worldwide, brings a traditional concept to HYT’s modern fluid mechanical watchmaking technology. Guilloché is a craft technique first used in watchmaking centuries ago.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-3588538239aee0757861aa79dcfb12e8-1600×2000.jpg The French word “guilloche” dates back to the late 18th century. This name comes from an engineer named “Guillot” who worked in France. Although the exact date and Mr. Guilloche’s first name are unknown, it is said that this engineer invented and manufactured the tool or lathe for creating guilloché patterns. In the 1770s, the word “guilloché” was used retroactively to refer to the intersecting, overlapping spirals, and other repetitive architectural patterns of ancient Oriental, ancient Greek, and Roman architecture, as well as to the woven patterns of early medieval Anglo-Saxon art. Creating a guilloché watch face still requires time, tools, skill, and talent. Guilloche carvers use vintage rose-engine lathes, straight-line lathes, and brocade machines to carve elaborate and intricate designs into metal. To engrave a guilloché pattern on a dial, the guilloche carver must first position the machine so that the dial is oriented in the correct direction. Next, by pressing the blade and varying the amount of pressure applied, different finishes are created. The result is a meticulously structured dial with unparalleled brightness and dynamic light reflections. Guilloche is said to have been a popular technique taught in watch schools in the past. For example, from 1896 to 1932, the School of Applied Crafts in La Chaux-de-Fonds, a town famous for Swiss watchmaking, held classes on guilloche carving for 10 students. This was a long time ago, and today there are only a few professional artisans left who have mastered the art of hand guilloche carving. In this regard, HYT is proud to present its new model with a blue-coated brass dial featuring hand-decorated guilloché decoration. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-1aa879b2d54e46b0d67c10438f66ce3a-1600×2000.jpg ＜Attachment to craftsmanship＞ HYT CEO Vahe Vaatsbed has a strong passion for the T1 collection, especially the limited edition model with the captivating dial that is being released. “The introduction of the T1 Series in 2024 was an important step for HYT, as it made the timepieces more comfortable and wearable, and for the first time had a non-skeleton dial, which surprised us and allowed us to express ourselves in a traditional way. We are very proud to present a timepiece that combines the purest expression of traditional watchmaking with our unique fluid time display, limited to just eight pieces worldwide.”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-8b1869de178b3fdb009fe391c0aac216-1440×1800.jpg The large blue dial is engraved with three different patterns. A dynamic circular pattern shines from the center of the main dial, and the bordering flange with Arabic numerals is decorated with a linear pattern. The third pattern can be found on the small subdial indicating the power reserve between the 2 and 3 o’clock positions. It has a sunray pattern that adds a delicate touch while also providing excellent visibility, helping you remember and read information. Although the carefully carved three-dimensional patterns are physically very small, they create a magnificent impression when the light hits them. The T1 Titanium Guilloche is the third generation T1 timepiece. In Spring 2024, the four models of the T1 collection debuted, surprising the watch industry with their modern looks, ergonomic design, and discreet dials without skeletonized dials. The T1 series marks the beginning of a completely new design concept for HYT. In the same year, the T1 Mille Regime Edition was also announced. Each model, with a colorful dial inspired by vintage wine, was produced only from September 2024 to April 2025, just like vintage wine. The “T” in the name T1 Titanium Guilloche means “tradition,” so we continue to pursue a vintage theme. This time, I am more
adventurous and bold than ever before. The soft satin-finished titanium case with its octagonal, natural-coloured black coating provides a contrasting foundation for this historic eclectic timepiece. The beveled case diameter is 45.3mm and the thickness is 17.2mm. This well-proportioned case makes it extremely easy to wear. However, this is not only due to the balanced size and ergonomic case shape. The relatively short diameter of the ergonomic case, combined with the steep angle of the rubber or fabric strap, makes the T1 stable and comfortable to wear on almost any wrist size. The seamless integration of the strap and case also adds to its aesthetic appeal. Another interesting cosmetic element is the ergonomic crown between the 2 and 3 o’clock positions. By placing the crown in this position and installing one long crown guard, there will be no traces of the crown on your arm.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-2c44a74171e3adb012e4ff7d27637e7c-1600×2000.jpg Who would have thought that a traditionally fragrant guilloché dial would be such a perfect decoration for a fluid time display? But HYT invented this and made it happen. The time is indicated by a retrograde fluid hour display and a large minute hand in the center of the large bright blue dial. A high-tech borosilicate glass capillary tube extends from the 6 o’clock position. Inside the tube, a black fluid moves past the hour markings on the flange. A look through the T1 titanium guilloche’s transparent caseback provides a clue to how the fluid time display works. The movement powering the T1 Titanium Guilloche, Caliber 501-CM, is the result of 12 years of constant evolution by the brand. This hand-wound movement with 352 parts, a frequency of 4 Hz and a power reserve of 72 hours is a unique and highly reliable micromechanism. The two small bellows used to tell the time have been described by some as similar to the pistons in a motorcycle engine. When one bellows compresses, the other expands, causing the black fluid to move on the dial side.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-11f7b330e6932deba9974f6ce8bdab0b-1600×2000.png ＜Encounter of tradition and uniqueness＞ The movement, Caliber 501-CM, looks like a miniature powerplant: overwhelming, fascinating and completely unique. The 352-component movement has a traditional Haute Horlogerie finish and provides a visual contrast with other unique components. For example, the bellows are made of alloy, and the septum is only a quarter of the thickness of a human hair. Limited to 8 pieces, the T1 Titanium Guilloche comes with two straps. A luxurious blue alligator leather strap and a sporty pure black rubber strap. Both straps feature satin-finished and sandblasted titanium pin buckles. The durable and easy-to-use quick-change system allows you to easily change straps and switch between dressy and casual looks.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-1a775f0bf9082893daacdcc4c193751e-1600×2000.jpg The mysterious combination of ancient inspiration, classic decorative techniques and avant-garde microfluidic horology makes this a timepiece of exquisite beauty. The ergonomic T1 Titanium Guilloche is incredibly comfortable to wear. In short, it’s an extraordinary watch in every way. T1 Titanium Guilloche Model Details
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/83993/46/83993-46-83dc97413e7216090b03c9190ab0526e-1600×2000.png REF: H03421-A ¥14,410,000 (tax included/estimated price) Limited to 8 pieces worldwide Size details: Case diameter: 45.30 mm, length: 46.30 mm, thickness: 17.20 mm Movement: – Ref.: 501-CM (352 parts) – Type: Mechanical – Frequency: 28,800 Vibrations/hour (4Hz) – Count of Jewels: 41 – Winding: Hand-wound – Power reserve: 72 hours – Finish: Subtle satin finish and sandblasted finish – Coating: Black coating Case: – Titanium silver & black DLC coated satin finish – Titanium crown – Anti-reflective sapphire glass Water resistance: 50m Clasp: – Titanium pin buckle – Satin & sandblasted finish Features: – Retrograde fluid time display – Center minute hand – Power reserve indicator hand Dial: – Blue coated hand guilloche brass – Rhodium plated applied, black & white & red decal, SLN white C1 / WL – Borosilicate capillary tube (liquid color: black) Hands: –
Rhodium-plated satin-finished minute hand, white SLN – Rhodium-plated satin-brushed power reserve indicator hand, white SLN Strap: – Pure black rubber strap – Blue alligator strap About “HYT” “HYT” was founded in 2012 in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, which is famous as the center of the watch industry. In order to realize the idea of ​​“the constant flow of time, could we express it with a fluid liquid?”, a total of six specialists in watches, medicine, chemistry, physics, space engineering, etc., led by Mr. Vincent Perriard, who has been in charge of marketing in the luxury industry for over 20 years and has held key marketing and management positions in the watch industry, were launched. By combining top-of-the-line clock technology, cutting-edge medical technology, and space engineering parts developed by NASA, we were the first in the world to succeed in displaying time using two different liquids inside a plexiglass capillary measuring just 0.4 mm. After 10 years, we have created a magnificent
space-themed watch brand that combines fluid and mechanical movements. A major organizational reorganization took place in the latter half of 2020, and in March 2021, founder Vincent Perriard returned as chairman under new shareholders, and the management team was revamped. The new HYT successfully overcomes the effects of temperature and pressure, which were the weaknesses of fluid-mechanical systems, and has received numerous world patents. In addition, we are working with Eric Coudray, who is considered the best watchmaker of this century, to develop a fluid-mechanical complication collection based on the concept of a “watch spaceship.” About “Office Mugino” CEO Go Mugino established the company after working on the repositioning of numerous luxury brands, and is a consulting firm that undertakes brand marketing and repositioning services for companies and brands in a variety of industries. Based on his experience with luxury brands, he has extensive connections with media, distribution, customers, and opinion leaders in businesses related to wealthy people. The company has established local subsidiaries in North America, Taiwan, Malaysia, Guam, and Switzerland, solidifying its foothold in supporting overseas brands’ expansion into Asia and Japanese companies’ overseas expansion. https://www.officemugino.com/ Contact: HYT Japan (Office Mugino) 〒141-0021 2-2-6 Kamiosaki, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo Tel:
03-5422-8087 Fax : 03-5422-8756 E-mail: info@officemugino.com Website: https://hytwatches.jp/ Image/video data:
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