Urwerk is one of the founders of what is known today as “Creative Independent Horology”, a genre born in the last years of the 20th century and that unashamedly brought together alternative time displays, bold designs and haute horlogerie. Founded in 1997 by genius watchmaker Felix Baumgartner and maverick designer Martin Frei, the Urwerk philosophy was from the beginning a time telling display based on rotating elements.

In 2014, Urwerk launched the limited edition UR-105M in two variations – the Iron Knight with a brushed steel armor bezel, and the Dark Knight with a black AITiN-treated steel armor bezel. Inspired by the Middle Ages, evoking knights with shining armor risking their lives for glory and honour, the present timepiece pays tribute to times long gone. The case was developed in line with a knight's shield and its titanium hardware shielding the movement from the world beyond.

Each of Urwerk's innovation and complications are represented in this model with the satellite hours taking centre stage, an emblematic and instantly recognizable signature element of the brand. The hours are indicated via a carousel that carries four rotating discs, each bearing three numerals for the hours. The hours successively sweep past the minutes scale on the lower part of the watch. The running seconds and power reserve are displayed playfully on the caseband. The back of the watch features what the brand calls a “control panel” with a power reserve display, an indication of when the watch needs servicing as well as a fine-tuning screw allowing adjustment of the rate.

Bold and conspicuous, this watch is not only a symbol of contemporary horology, but also an amalgamation of the brand's futuristic vision, combined with traditional watchmaking and romantic lore. The present UR-105M Dark Knight number 10 of a limited edition of 77 pieces is offered in excellent overall condition and further accompanied by its full set of accessories.