TAKANO - TOKI: Watch Auction Hong Kong Friday, November 22, 2024 | Phillips
  • Manufacturer: TAKANO
    Year: Circa 2024
    Movement No: PWT012C
    Model Name: Chateau Nouvel Chronometer “Toki”
    Material: Stainless steel
    Calibre: Automatic, cal.PWT, 24 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel unsigned pin buckle
    Dimensions: 37mm diameter
    Signed: Dial and movement signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by The Besançon Chronometer Observatory certificate dated 31st October 2023, Takano fitted presentation box and outer packaging. A certificate with the buyer’s name will be issued by the brand.

  • Catalogue Essay

    Founded by Takano Kotaro in Nagoya in 1899, Takano initially specialized in clockmaking. It wasn't until 1957 that the Takano brand began producing wristwatches with outsourced movements where in early 1959, Takano launched its first in-house movement, debuting a collection of ultra-thin watches under the name “Chateau”.

    However, the company faced challenges from competitors, compounded by the devastation of an unexpected super typhoon in September 1959. This led to its acquisition by the larger Ricoh company in August 1962. Today, while still under Ricoh, Watch Precision Co., owned by Hajime Asaoka, obtained a license to use the brand name Takano in 2024.

    The present Chateau Nouvel Chronometer is both thin and remarkably accurate. It is also notable for being the first Japanese watch to receive chronometer certification from the Besançon Observatory in France in the 21st century.The steel case is mirror-polished using the “Zaratsu” technique, resulting in distortion-free surfaces.

    The regular production pieces are available with either black or white dials; however, a magical collaboration between Hajime Asaoka and Phillips Watches has made the present piece unique. Solely created for the TOKI: Watch Auction, this timepiece showcases a mesmerizing traditional Japanese color known as “TOKI-iro” (the color of the Japanese crested ibis), crafted by Master Asaoka himself. This auspicious bird, with feathers reminiscent of a rising sun, symbolizes happiness and good fortune in Japanese culture, making it the perfect choice for the brand’s auction debut.

    Please note that proceeds of the sale of the present watch will be given by the Consignor to Wajima Lacquerware Industry.
    本時計の収益金は、出品者より輪島塗業界復興を支援するため、全落札金額を寄付されます。

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Lot offered with No Reserve

A unique stainless steel chronometer wristwatch with center seconds, chronometer certificate and presentation box, made for the TOKI: Watch Auction

Circa 2024
37mm diameter
Dial and movement signed

Estimate
HK$50,000 - 100,000 
€5,800-11,600
$6,400-12,800

Sold for HK$215,900

Contact Specialist

Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia
+852 2318 2030
WatchesHK@phillips.com

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Head of Sale, Hong Kong
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TOKI: Watch Auction

Hong Kong Auction 22 November