Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Première édition ST22-RF.75

ARMIN STROM UNVEILS THE NEXT GENERATION OF ITS MIRRORED FORCE RESONANCE TIMEPIECE: A STATE- OF-THE ART TECHNOLOGICAL MARVEL IN A STRIKINGLY ELEGANT DESIGN

Biel/Bienne, Switzerland, May 24, 2022: the Mirrored Force Resonance adopts an elegant new shape with a newly designed case, movement and dial that incorporate Armin Strom’s unique, chronometrically perfect Resonance technology. New proportions to enhance this innovative movement.

Armin Strom conquered the watchmaking sector in 2016 with the unveiling of the Mirrored Force Resonance, a watch that takes advantage of the physical phenomenon of resonance in an ingenious and unprecedented way. It sets new standards for chronometric precision and regularity, accomplishing what watchmakers previously thought impossible.

Revisiting the independent manufacture’s 2016 flagship creation from a new angle, the totally redesigned Mirrored Force Resonance takes the winning formula of superior chronometric stability and reinvents it within the framework of a refined new artistic expression. On the outside, the case has been totally redesigned to benefit from slimmer proportions of 43 mm x 11.55 mm, more elegant and refined lugs, and a very subtle “lip”, Armin Strom’s signature at 6 o’clock.

On the case-back, the raised sapphire crystal allows the innovative and truly unique movement to be appreciated from other angles. A rethought design for greater openness and three-dimensionality.

In particular, the two balance bridges have been opened up to offer greater visual harmony between the two synchronized balances and the off-center dial. The push-button at 2 o’clock allows the two running-seconds indicators to be reset to zero by turning clockwise and counter-clockwise in a mirror image, visually monitoring the state of resonance.

The extent of the movement’s complete overhaul is revealed by turning the watch over. Inspired by the golden age of precision marine chronometry, the engraved main plate presents the particularities of the Mirrored Force Resonance through positive relief text. Underlining the ingenuity of the Resonance, which features two movements synchronized by independent power sources and gear trains, the movement’s symmetry is accentuated by the mirror-like arrangement of the gears and open bridges. This open execution also allows Armin Strom’s manufacture to highlight its expertise in hand-finishing, while emphasizing the brand’s history as a pre-eminent manufacturer of skeleton watches. The wider hand-finished bridge bevels and millings, together with the mix of mirror-polished and satin-finished surfaces, also reflect the exceptional quality characteristic of haute horlogerie and this exceptional craftsmanship.

In addition to the redesigned architecture and movement, other mechanical features have been updated. For example, the ratchet wheels and pawls are now inspired by those found in gousset watches, generating a more seamless tactile experience during winding.

Claude Greisler, co-founder and master watchmaker at Armin Strom commented: “The open Resonance movement further underlines the ingenuity of our unique patented system. Even more incredible, we have refined the new Mirrored Force Resonance, paying particular attention to the ergonomics and overall proportions of this exceptional timepiece.”

An exceptional first series

Following a new tradition at Armin Strom recently launched through other collections, the first edition of the Mirror Force Resonance is limited to 25 pieces. The even more special character of this edition is revealed by several details exclusive to this series. The two finger bridges between the ratchet wheel and the barrels are made of white gold. The opaline dial is crafted in “black gold”. Finally, the watch comes with a 10-year warranty instead of Armin Strom’s usual 5-year guarantee.

Commenting on the first series of the new Mirrored Force Resonance, Armin Strom founder Serge Michel said: “The Mirrored Force Resonance has become one of Armin Strom’s most evocative creations, and its evolution has been warmly welcomed by our collectors and partners. We have experienced such an enthusiastic reception and strong demand for the first edition of 25 pieces that we can’t wait to present the manufacture edition, which will be unveiled in early 2023”.

Armin Strom’s patented Resonance detachable spring

Armin Strom’s Resonance detachable spring makes this possible. Made from a single piece of steel, the Resonance disengageable spring is designed to transfer energy between the two balance springs and rapidly bring both balances into resonance. Armin Strom’s latest-generation Resonance is the fastest and most reliable on the market. It synchronizes faster than any other resonance watch.

Thanks to the Resonance disengageable spring, a flexible suspension connecting the two balance springs to the balance wheels, all Armin Strom Resonance watches are more resistant to shock or vibration. Precision and regularity are, of course, the ultimate goals of mechanical watchmaking, and Resonance plays an essential role in helping these exceptional timepieces to tell the time consistently over days, weeks and months. Armin Strom’s goal is a watch that the owner knows will tell the time accurately, day after day.

The Resonance disengageable spring is made of steel and offers more consistent performance than high-tech materials such as silicone. It is also highly resistant to temperature fluctuations. Thanks to the use of tried-and-tested materials and modern methods to increase longevity and facilitate maintenance, the Resonance detachable spring is future-proof. In other words, the Zeitgeist is built to last.