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Behrens x Qian Guo Biao
Ref. M1
Master Kung Fu Titanium Prototype
An incredible and avant garde titanium wristwatch prototype with proprietary regulating system and elevating power reserve display
Estimate
CHF6,000–12,000
€6,400–12,800
$7,400–14,900
Manufacturer
Behrens x Qian Guo Biao
Year
2024
Reference No
M1
Case No
00
Model Name
Master Kung Fu Titanium Prototype
Material
Titanium
Calibre
Manual, cal. BM03, 30 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
Behrens titanium pin buckle
Dimensions
39.5mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Accessories
Accompanied by Behrens polishing cloth, travel pouch, watch manual, product literature, fitted presentation box, and outer packaging.
Full-Cataloguing
-GPHG nominee Behrens has started to make its impact within the horological community since 2019 with their conservatively priced but high end and avant garde timepieces.
- The present Kung-Fu Prototype is part of the newly launched Master collection with an aim to collaborate with independent watchmakers from around the world.
- The present model was created together with the independent watchmaker Qian Guobiao. Qian GuoBiao is an independent watchmaker based in Dongguan, China, recognized as one of the country’s leading figures in contemporary horology. He honed his craft through years of restoring and servicing highly complicated mechanical watches, developing deep technical expertise and launching his eponymous brand.
- The Kung-Fu is inspired by Chinese traditions and imagery. The large arrow represents the regulating pin, and it sits in a small, grooved channel (again, inspired by the crossbow). By adjusting the wheel below, the watchmaker controls a unique spring-loaded mechanism under the dial that moves the long arrow up and down to adjust the precision of the balance wheel. Furthermore, by turning the additional wheel mechanism at the four o'clock position of the balance wheel, the watchmaker may adjust the hairspring length for further precise adjustment of the movement regulation.
- Another unique design feature for Kung Fu is the bi-axial power reserve indicator. The display is inspired by "plum blossom stakes" used in traditional Chinese martial arts practice. The unique indicator features a lifting and running arrow-shaped pointer; as the mainspring is wound, the point rises while it progressively sweeps across the staggered-height stakes across the two axes.
- The Kung-Fu is part of a limited edition of 90 pieces of which the present example i a prototype number 00.
- The present Kung-Fu Prototype is part of the newly launched Master collection with an aim to collaborate with independent watchmakers from around the world.
- The present model was created together with the independent watchmaker Qian Guobiao. Qian GuoBiao is an independent watchmaker based in Dongguan, China, recognized as one of the country’s leading figures in contemporary horology. He honed his craft through years of restoring and servicing highly complicated mechanical watches, developing deep technical expertise and launching his eponymous brand.
- The Kung-Fu is inspired by Chinese traditions and imagery. The large arrow represents the regulating pin, and it sits in a small, grooved channel (again, inspired by the crossbow). By adjusting the wheel below, the watchmaker controls a unique spring-loaded mechanism under the dial that moves the long arrow up and down to adjust the precision of the balance wheel. Furthermore, by turning the additional wheel mechanism at the four o'clock position of the balance wheel, the watchmaker may adjust the hairspring length for further precise adjustment of the movement regulation.
- Another unique design feature for Kung Fu is the bi-axial power reserve indicator. The display is inspired by "plum blossom stakes" used in traditional Chinese martial arts practice. The unique indicator features a lifting and running arrow-shaped pointer; as the mainspring is wound, the point rises while it progressively sweeps across the staggered-height stakes across the two axes.
- The Kung-Fu is part of a limited edition of 90 pieces of which the present example i a prototype number 00.