Cabestan watches: original concept and design

published in design by bjr on Sep 4 2007 01:54 PM | 5 comments

Not only is the aspect unusual so is the functioning. The Cabestan watches are based on a system of capstans similar to the ones used in nautical equipments. The concept, of clear naval inspiration, is ought to Jean-François Ruchonnet. Built in titanium, gold and platinum and are limited to 135 exemplars, they may be acquired in some places for the low price of 275 000 to 400 000 USD...

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