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Timekeepers Club / July 8, 2022

Konstantin Chaykin Harley Quinn

In the spring of 2017, independent watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin first introduced to the public the Joker watch, with its stand-out and unquestionably memorable anthropomorphic dial. This brand-new model marked the beginning of the Wristmons ("monsters on the wrist") collection, which includes more than 20 timepieces with different designs and unique complications. In 2022, which is also the remarkable 5th anniversary of the collection, Chaykin decided to introduce the first female Wristmon, the amusing supervillain – Harley Quinn.

“In the complex character of Harley Quinn, I felt a unique style. She is a bright female character, rebellious and audacious, which is very close to the idea of a watch as a kinematic art object with a direct emotional impact. She seems to me to be a compliment to and a reflection of the Joker watch. Harley Quinn’s ability to be different, to stand out from the crowd, and her ability to enjoy it – that’s exactly what I expect from myself and my clients.” – Chaykin explained his choice.

The watch is issued in a limited edition of 28 pieces. All the pieces are reserved. To get the opportunity to order one of the serial models of the next release apply for the waiting list.

Bright look

The design of the Harley Quinn watch is empowered by a two-tone theme. It is featured in both the brightly-colored rim of the "eyes" (hour and minute indicators) and the red and black design of the strap. These color accents, combined with subtle decor details, create a recognizable, vivid image and it becomes impossible to take your eyes off the watch.

Almond-shaped eyes

The "eyes" (hour and minute indicators) are distinguished by their extraordinary turquoise and pink-colored rim. This is an original design developed by Chaykin: the additional colors were used to give the eyes an almond-shaped form while maintaining the round shape of the dials.

Defining details

The list of details that form Harley Quinn's unique style continues with the small black mask, puffy eyelashes, and perhaps one of the most noticeable details of Harley Quinn's strange, crazy, but so harmonious and intriguing look - the black heart-shaped tattoo on her cheek. All these elements look exceedingly awesome on the wristmon's dial background that combined two types of guilloché.

Caseback and rotor

Relief décor with a heart, diamonds, and the logo of Harley Quinn all appear on the disc rotor system of the K.07-4 caliber with automatic winding, which was designed by Konstantin Chaykin specially for this watch. Unlike in the first Joker watch, the steel caseback features a sapphire window, revealing the rotor design.

Bright strap

The design is completed by an exclusive collector's strap with red and black diamond motifs. It was designed by Konstantin Chaykin for this particular model. The strap is made of high quality leather.*

*Note that a classic red strap with red stitching comes with the watch by default. Collector's version of the strap is sold separately.

Movement

The K.07-4 caliber with automatic winding was created by Konstantin Chaykin. The manufactured module determing the hours, minutes and moon phases consists of 69 parts, including 8 jewels.

The process of assembling


Watching the process of assembling of any of Wristmons is very exciting. You can see how the movement gets trademark wristmon's "eyes" and "smile". These parts form the unforgettable face-like dial.

Released in collaboration with Warner Bros. BATMAN and all related characters and elements © & ™ DC. [s22]

The first female character

This is the first female character in the Wristmons collection, and so Konstantin Chaykin decided to endow the watch with a case reduced to 40mm in diameter. The creator is far from positioning this model as a ladies’ piece, though he nevertheless invites wonderful women to the Wristmons universe he has created. Case made of stainless steel, caseback with sapphire window.

Technical specifications


Konstantin Chaykin Harley Quinn

Limited edition of 28 pieces

Case

  • Material: Stainless steel
  • Diameter: 10 mm
  • Thickness: 13.50 mm
  • Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, diameter 33 mm
  • Caseback with sapphire window
  • Case parts: 46
  • Water-resistant to 30 meters

Dial and hands

  • Multi-layered lacquering, with two types of guilloche relief décor
  • Dial parts: 16

Movement

  • Caliber: K.07-4 with automatic winding
  • Modified Swiss-made Eta 2892-A2
  • Diameter: 31.5 mm
  • Thickness: 8.18 mm (with indication discs), 7.68 mm (without indication discs)
  • Escapement: Anchored
  • Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
  • Number of jewels: 29 (base mechanism – 21 jewels, module – 8 jewels)
  • Module parts: 69
  • Power reserve of 42 hours

Functions/Indications

  • Joker time indication with discs for the hours (on the left) and minutes (on the right); moonphase indicator

Strap and buckle

  • Leather strap 
  • Stainless steel pin buckle

MSRP: RUB 1'990'000

For more information, please visit chaykin.ru

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