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_speedmaster_ · 14 April 2020, 04:03 AM

Just received my 1 of 50 copper Reiwa from Kurono Tokyo. For those who don't know, Kurono is a sub brand from Hajime Asaoka, a renown Japanese independent watchmaker.

This watch was designed by Hajime and uses a Miyota 90S5 movement. Features a two-part dial process and highly polished hands, outboard track and case; the multiple high polish surfaces allow it to play extremely well with the light. The 37mm size might put a lot of people off, but I'm finding myself liking classic sizing more and more.

AlyRba · 14 April 2020, 04:29 AM

Congratulations . Looks great. Can’t wait for mine to arrive.

swish77 · 14 April 2020, 04:35 AM

Nice, congrats! I've been looking at some of these Japanese independents recently. Something about the Japanese approach to details and perfection, and the limited production.

I've been intrigued by this brand: https://naoyahidawatch.com/product/

Beautiful looking, simple, and classic, although a little pricey for what they are, IMHO. The size is also 37mm, which also doesn't bother me.

Swaye · 14 April 2020, 05:07 AM

That watch is stinking awesome. I have always thought you had one of the most sophisticated and well thought out collections on TRF. This watch reinforces that perception.

alpharulez · 14 April 2020, 05:18 AM

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Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

Just received my 1 of 50 copper Reiwa from Kurono Tokyo. For those who don't know, Kurono is a sub brand from Hajime Asaoka, a renown Japanese independent watchmaker.

This watch was designed by Hajime and uses a Miyota 90S5 movement. Features a two-part dial process and highly polished hands, outboard track and case; the multiple high polish surfaces allow it to play extremely well with the light. The 37mm size might put a lot of people off, but I'm finding myself liking classic sizing more and more.

Nice watch!

Will they have another production run anytime?

The lugs, case shape and the dial colour reminded me of this Montblanc.

base924 · 14 April 2020, 06:23 AM

Great watch! Congratulations on getting one of these. The size is perfect for me as well!

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_speedmaster_ · 14 April 2020, 07:23 AM

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Originally Posted by AlyRba

Congratulations . Looks great. Can’t wait for mine to arrive.

Definitely looking forward to hearing your thoughts my friend. I think you'll love it.

Quote:

Originally Posted by swish77

Nice, congrats! I've been looking at some of these Japanese independents recently. Something about the Japanese approach to details and perfection, and the limited production.

I've been intrigued by this brand: https://naoyahidawatch.com/product/

Beautiful looking, simple, and classic, although a little pricey for what they are, IMHO. The size is also 37mm, which also doesn't bother me.

I definitely agree with regards to Japanese craftsmanship. They seem to have the highest of skillsets and attention to detail in mostly anything they pursue. From watches, to electronics to even whiskey.

Never heard to NH, but the company seems intriguing. I definitely want to read up on them, always fun discovering and learning about new brands.

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Originally Posted by Swaye

That watch is stinking awesome. I have always thought you had one of the most sophisticated and well thought out collections on TRF. This watch reinforces that perception.

Thank you very much! That really does mean a lot coming from you. I've always held your collection and knowledge in the highest of regards.

Quote:

Originally Posted by alpharulez

Nice watch!

Will they have another production run anytime?

The lugs, case shape and the dial colour reminded me of this Montblanc.

Many thanks. It definitely has a similar case styling. I've always loved those Montblanc releases too, they're very underrated. I'm glad that brand is having a resurgence.

I'm unsure of the next run, but given the success of the last two releases I'm sure they will do another. They will likely release info in the fall with preorders around late Nov or early Dec.

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Originally Posted by base924

Great watch! Congratulations on getting one of these. The size is perfect for me as well!

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Thanks. I'm glad there seems to be more demand over more traditionally sized watches. I hope there are more options like this in the future (not many watches over 40mm fit my wrists well).

brandrea · 14 April 2020, 07:27 AM

Congratulations

FTX I · 14 April 2020, 07:37 AM

Love it. Congrats!

BobbyC · 14 April 2020, 07:52 AM

Enjoy

Nav01L · 14 April 2020, 09:42 AM

Man, that’s really cool, wholehearted congratulations!

RTG · 14 April 2020, 10:56 AM

Beautiful! Congratulations

ap1 · 14 April 2020, 12:40 PM

That looks really kool

_speedmaster_ · 12 May 2020, 01:14 AM

In case anyone is interested, they will produce a green dialed version available for pre-order on May 22. Limited to 50 pieces.

yoast · 12 May 2020, 02:27 AM

Lovely watch! I wanted the new chrono, but missed it

SearChart · 12 May 2020, 04:41 AM

Nice! Congrats

vint0 · 12 May 2020, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by _speedmaster_

In case anyone is interested, they will produce a green dialed version available for pre-order on May 22. Limited to 50 pieces.

The green dial certainly looks nice too.
I think I will be on a lookout for it.

Collector2019 · 12 May 2020, 01:06 PM

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Originally Posted by vint0

The green dial certainly looks nice too.
I think I will be on a lookout for it.

It gets sold out in minutes if not seconds, unless you’re ready to move fast and lucky you’re unlikely to get one

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14 April 2020, 04:03 AM	#1
_speedmaster_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 2,443	Incoming Independent Just received my 1 of 50 copper Reiwa from Kurono Tokyo. For those who don't know, Kurono is a sub brand from Hajime Asaoka, a renown Japanese independent watchmaker. This watch was designed by Hajime and uses a Miyota 90S5 movement. Features a two-part dial process and highly polished hands, outboard track and case; the multiple high polish surfaces allow it to play extremely well with the light. The 37mm size might put a lot of people off, but I'm finding myself liking classic sizing more and more. __________________ Blancpain \| Chopard LUC \| Grand Seiko/King Seiko \| Grönefeld \| Laurent Ferrier \| Moritz Grossmann \| Omega \| Trilobe \| Urban Jürgensen instagram.com/ct_watch_guy

14 April 2020, 05:07 AM	#4
Swaye "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: USA Watch: What I am wearing. Posts: 1,879	That watch is stinking awesome. I have always thought you had one of the most sophisticated and well thought out collections on TRF. This watch reinforces that perception. __________________ Rolex │ H. Moser │ F.P. Journe │ Audemars Piquet │ Patek Philippe _______________________________ "I'm not playing hard to get, I'm playing hard to want."

14 April 2020, 09:42 AM	#11
Nav01L "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Real Name: Fred Location: Zurich Posts: 2,697	Man, that’s really cool, wholehearted congratulations! __________________ Greetings from Switzerland Remember, the dignity you surrender at your AD‘s doorstep will never be recovered by wearing the watch he may get you.

14 April 2020, 10:56 AM	#12
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12 May 2020, 01:14 AM	#14
_speedmaster_ "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Earth Posts: 2,443	In case anyone is interested, they will produce a green dialed version available for pre-order on May 22. Limited to 50 pieces. __________________ Blancpain \| Chopard LUC \| Grand Seiko/King Seiko \| Grönefeld \| Laurent Ferrier \| Moritz Grossmann \| Omega \| Trilobe \| Urban Jürgensen instagram.com/ct_watch_guy

14 April 2020, 04:29 AM	#2
AlyRba "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2016 Location: USA Posts: 351	Congratulations . Looks great. Can’t wait for mine to arrive.

14 April 2020, 04:35 AM	#3
swish77 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Aaron Location: CT/NYC Watch: ing the time! Posts: 7,001	Nice, congrats! I've been looking at some of these Japanese independents recently. Something about the Japanese approach to details and perfection, and the limited production. I've been intrigued by this brand: https://naoyahidawatch.com/product/ Beautiful looking, simple, and classic, although a little pricey for what they are, IMHO. The size is also 37mm, which also doesn't bother me.

14 April 2020, 06:23 AM	#6
base924 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Copenhagen Posts: 71	Great watch! Congratulations on getting one of these. The size is perfect for me as well! Sendt fra min VOG-L29 med Tapatalk

14 April 2020, 07:27 AM	#8
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,126	Congratulations

14 April 2020, 07:37 AM	#9
FTX I "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2013 Real Name: Flavio Location: N/A Posts: 14,654	Love it. Congrats!

14 April 2020, 07:52 AM	#10
BobbyC Banned Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: USA Posts: 81	Enjoy

14 April 2020, 12:40 PM	#13
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,537	That looks really kool

12 May 2020, 02:27 AM	#15
yoast "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: HK Posts: 2,288	Lovely watch! I wanted the new chrono, but missed it __________________ IG: @yoast.watch https://www.instagram.com/yoast.watch/

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