N.B. Yäeger - Radial Engine IIIR - tribute to the iconic...

BY "No Barriers Yäeger" International Aviation Watches represents a spirit of innovation and the breaking of boundaries in the German watch industry. NBY was founded by independent master watchmaker Martin Braun. The goal of translating unique flight instruments into watch form, NBY pursues a clear vision: the creation of a distinct watch line characterized by unique design and dynamic expressiveness. The "Y" in the name symbolizes the dynamism and clarity that every NBY pilot's watch embodies, a tribute to the freedom above the clouds. In the history of aviation, wristwatches played a crucial role. Pilots needed precise timekeepers for navigation and to calculate flight times, fuel consumption, and other important parameters. NBY's pilot watches take up this tradition and interpret it in a modern and innovative way. The NBY Radial Engine III blends modern watchmaking with the aesthetics of historic aircraft engines. Its dial is inspired by the mechanics of radial airplane engines: three rotating hour discs are arranged like the star-shaped cylinders of a classic radial engine around the skeletonized central bridge, which visually echoes a propeller hub. Fine concentric patterns reference the cooling fins of early aero engines, while the cleanly styled numerals evoke the functional look of analog cockpit instruments. The upper minute scale enhances legibility by acting as a precise orientation line above the central disc mechanism. Powering the watch is a mechanical automatic movement by Miyota, equipped with 21 jewels, a 40-hour power reserve, and a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour, forming a reliable foundation for the integrated NBY Radial Engine Module. Together with the domed sapphire crystal, the 40-mm stainless-steel case, and the strap made from a combination of leather and flexible polymer featuring internal ventilation ribs for improved comfort, the watch achieves a balanced fusion of engineering, design, and wearability.

Estimate:£1,184.62

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