Kurono Tokyo Grande Hagane Urushi Dial

For those unaware of Kurono Tokyo, it is the sub-brand of renowned independent watchmaker Hajime Asaoka, whom is widely regarded as one of the top watchmakers in the world. His watches are produced in extremely limited numbers, each an individual commission that can take years to deliver. In order to allow some of his magic to be enjoyed by the wider public, he created the Kurono Tokyo brand. These watches are designed by Hajime-san, but utilise components created to his specification from external manufacturers. Each watch then passes through his hands to ensure the quality is worthy of his name.

The piece we have here is known as the Grand Hagane, and is the second watch made under the 'Grand' sub-category, reserved for higher level artisanally finished pieces. The reason it falls under this moniker is the spectacular Urushi dial featuring a design resembling the rare and distinctive tobiyaki spots commonly seen in the hitatsura style of hamon. In person, the dial is nothing short of spectacular.

It is powered by the usual 90S5 high-grade Miyota movement, and is assembled in Japan by hand.

This particular piece was delivered March 2022 and presents in TZ Mint condition. Case shows only the very lightest signs of any use from being tried on and wiped with a cloth, and the strap is unworn. Please see images for full condition details.

Comes with outer box, inner box, warranty card dated March 2022, Kurono tote, Kurono cleaning cloth and Watch Vault cleaning cloth.

If you missed out, here's your chance to pick up this as-new example of the third Grand piece from Kurono.

Brand: Kurono Tokyo

Model: Grand Hagane

Year: 2022

Style: Dress

Case Material: Steel

Case details: 37mm

Movement: Automatic self winding Miyota 90S5

Dial: Urushi

Paraphernalia: Outer box, inner box, warranty card dated March 2022, Kurono tote, Kurono cleaning cloth and Watch Vault cleaning cloth.

TZ Grading: Mint

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