Ressence TYPE 3 Marc Newson

When two design visions meet, something exceptional is born

The Ressence TYPE 3 Marc Newson (TYPE 3 MN) goes beyond a simple collaboration: it embodies the rare fusion between Marc Newson’s pioneering approach to industrial design and the avant-garde watchmaking vision of Benoît Mintiens, founder of Ressence. The result is an organic, futuristic timepiece that is completely unique in the contemporary watchmaking landscape.
With its perfectly ergonomic elliptical silhouette, domed sapphire crystal, and display suspended in an oil-filled chamber, the TYPE 3 MN pushes the boundaries of readability and perception of time.
At the heart of the watch is the ROCS – Ressence Orbital Convex System, an exclusive patented system and the brand’s technological signature.

An organic design by Marc Newson and Benoît Mintiens

“I wanted to merge our worlds,” says Benoît Mintiens. This ambition is shared by Marc Newson, a leading figure in contemporary design, whose influence extends from aviation to furniture and fine watchmaking.
The TYPE 3 MN perfectly reflects this synergy:
• an ergonomic elliptical shape, refined by Newson over decades;
• minimalist hands reminiscent of the Ikepod spirit;
• a subtle color palette: celadon green, gray, black, and touches of yellow;
• Grade 5 titanium discs animated by four biaxial satellites;
• indications filled with Grade A Super-LumiNova®, vibrant and legible day and night.
Each element serves a coherent, refined, and resolutely contemporary aesthetic.

A “dematerialized” time display

The TYPE 3 MN is fully in line with the Ressence DNA: offering a dematerialized, almost supernatural reading of time.
ROCS 3: a unique mechanical choreography
The ROCS 3 system drives rotating discs via a magnetic drive, creating a fluid and intuitive animation, without traditional hands.
A chamber filled with oil for perfect readability
The upper dome contains 4.15 ml of silicone, eliminating any refraction. The result:
• perfect readability from any angle;
• a striking projection effect, as if the time were displayed on the glass;
• a unique immersion enhanced by the domed sapphire crystal.
“The idea was to create a dematerialized watch. All you see is the time. It’s absolute purity.” – Benoît Mintiens

For lovers of purity, consistency, and engineering
This creation is for those who seek the perfect balance between design, technology, and emotion. Marc Newson describes it as an object designed for those who value:
• purity of form,
• quality of materials,
• mechanical complexity,
• and refined, consistent aesthetics.

Limited edition of 80 pieces: a rare and sought-after item

The Ressence TYPE 3 Marc Newson is produced in a strictly limited edition of 80 pieces worldwide.
This is a deliberate choice, reinforcing its status as an exceptional piece and its desirability among collectors seeking a rare, visionary and highly accomplished timepiece.

TYPE 3 MN: the essence of the Ressence philosophy, Simplification

The watch embodies Ressence’s quest: to create more clarity without sacrificing emotion, to enhance functionality without losing beauty.
A balance that Benoît Mintiens calls “Simplification,” and which this unique collaboration pushes to its peak.