Far from the big popular brands present at Watches & Wonders, we are now interested in a more confidential house, but whose creations amaze us at each outing. Four years after 19.01, Ming evolves this series and unveils the 29.01always in Worldtimer.

You will recognize Ming's signature here at first glance. We keep the atypical shape and the neat finish of the case, characterized by its wide, hollowed and curved horns, offering a remarkable presence on the wrist. Ming chose a grade 5 titanium case, bringing more lightness to the first piece of this new series. Associated with standard proportions, 40mm in diameter for 11.9mm thick, the case of this 29.01 will be a pleasant and balanced companion that will adapt to (almost) all wrists.

Another important element of Ming aesthetics: the dial. And if you love the Malaysian indie brand as much as we do, you'll be hard pressed to be disappointed here. Inwards, the dial supports the sumptuous duo of sapphire hands. The latter is completed by a large blue and black gradient disc graduated over 24 hours. It also displays the 24 cities needed for the Worldtimer function. Unsurprisingly, we find the HyCeram Super-LumiNova X1 ceramicanother recognizable feature of Ming creations, offering a real spectacle and a perfect readability in the shadow.

All powered by caliber ASE 222a magnificent micro-rotor movement co-designed by the famous Swiss engine manufacturer Schwarz-Etienne, especially for Ming Thein. Equipped with the precious hours, minutes and Worldtimer functions, you will be able to observe it in detail through a largely open back. And there is plenty to feast your eyes on, thanks in particular to its skeletonized barrel, its plates and bridges coated with DLC and its diamond-cut chamfering.

To find out more, visit the official Ming website.

FEATURES – MING 29.01 WORLDTIMER

Case: Grade 5 titanium – 40mm wide x 11.9mm thick – anti-reflective sapphire crystal – transparent screwed caseback – water resistance 5 ATM (50 meters)

Dial: Sapphire with blue and black gradient metallic disc – sapphire hands – HyCeram Super-LumiNova X1 luminescence

Movement : Mechanical automatic – tungsten micro-rotor – ASE 222 Schwarz-Etienne caliber exclusive to Ming – 70-hour power reserve – diameter 30mm x thickness 5.6mm – 31 jewels

Straps: Dark blue leather – Made by Jean Rousseau in Paris – 22mm between the lugs x 18mm at the buckle – additional strap with color of your choice

Information: Limited edition of 100 pieces – available for pre-order with 50% deposit payment – ​​delivery in March 2024 – 2 year warranty – 19,500 CHF