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Urban Jürgensen
Big 8 “Aviator”
A rare and interesting stainless steel wristwatch with luminous hour markers, black guilloché dial, certificate of origin, and presentation box, part of a limited edition series of 50 pieces
Estimate
$12,000–24,000
Manufacturer
Urban Jürgensen
Year
2015, Switzerland
Movement No
80’103
Model Name
Big 8 “Aviator”
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Automatic, cal. 1160, 31 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Crocodile
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Urban Jürgensen pin buckle
Dimensions
38mm Diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement, and buckle signed.
Accessories
Accompanied by Urban Jürgensen Certificate of Origin dated May 28th, 2015, fitted presentation box, and outer box.
Full-Cataloguing
GOOD TO KNOW
• Part of a limited edition of 50 pieces in stainless steel with luminous black dial
• Complete with certificate of origin and presentation box
• Rare iteration with no date function
An integral part of the history of 20th century independent watchmaking, Urban Jürgensen today is at the forefront of exceptional watchmaking. Originally founded in 1773 by Danish clockmaker Jürgen Jürgensen, the brand’s legacy continued with his son Urban who travelled Europe studying with famed masters Breguet, Berthoud, Houriet, and Arnold before taking over the family business in 1811. In the 1980s, inspired by the timeless elegance of Jürgensen timepieces, Peter Baumberger, along with Derek Pratt and Kari Voutilainen, all 20th century masters, reinvigorated the brand with highly sought-after contemporary timepieces featuring a classic design and style, which is immediately identifiable to the discerning eye.
The modern brand continues this fusion of Danish-Swiss heritage, technical excellence, and traditional aesthetics. The present “Big 8 Aviator” was introduced in the mid-2010s as a limited edition of only 50 pieces cased in stainless steel and fitted with a black guilloché dial with luminous Arabic numerals and handset. Clients were given the option to purchase the watch with or without a date window, and the original owner of the present watch opted against the inclusion, resulting in a clean silhouette. The addition of luminous elements was a first for the brand and led to the nickname “Aviator” due to the strong resemblance to early aviation wristwatches that were necessarily luminous in order to see the dial when flying at night.
With a classically-sized 38mm case and the signature teardrop lugs, the present “Big 8 Aviator” is preserved in excellent overall condition with its original certificate of origin and presentation box.
• Part of a limited edition of 50 pieces in stainless steel with luminous black dial
• Complete with certificate of origin and presentation box
• Rare iteration with no date function
An integral part of the history of 20th century independent watchmaking, Urban Jürgensen today is at the forefront of exceptional watchmaking. Originally founded in 1773 by Danish clockmaker Jürgen Jürgensen, the brand’s legacy continued with his son Urban who travelled Europe studying with famed masters Breguet, Berthoud, Houriet, and Arnold before taking over the family business in 1811. In the 1980s, inspired by the timeless elegance of Jürgensen timepieces, Peter Baumberger, along with Derek Pratt and Kari Voutilainen, all 20th century masters, reinvigorated the brand with highly sought-after contemporary timepieces featuring a classic design and style, which is immediately identifiable to the discerning eye.
The modern brand continues this fusion of Danish-Swiss heritage, technical excellence, and traditional aesthetics. The present “Big 8 Aviator” was introduced in the mid-2010s as a limited edition of only 50 pieces cased in stainless steel and fitted with a black guilloché dial with luminous Arabic numerals and handset. Clients were given the option to purchase the watch with or without a date window, and the original owner of the present watch opted against the inclusion, resulting in a clean silhouette. The addition of luminous elements was a first for the brand and led to the nickname “Aviator” due to the strong resemblance to early aviation wristwatches that were necessarily luminous in order to see the dial when flying at night.
With a classically-sized 38mm case and the signature teardrop lugs, the present “Big 8 Aviator” is preserved in excellent overall condition with its original certificate of origin and presentation box.