Laurent's opinion
The TYPE 7 Cactus has a more emotive presence. Its green hue pairs perfectly with the titanium, giving the watch a more vibrant, almost organic personality. It’s a contemporary, distinctive piece that’s still very easy to wear every day.
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Description

An organic and contemporary take on the tool watch

With the TYPE 7 Cactus, Ressence brings a new chromatic dimension to its vision of the contemporary tool watch. Warmer and more organic, this version introduces a deep green specially developed to complement the natural tones of Grade 5 titanium.
Unlike steel, titanium has a slightly warm tone that gives this Cactus shade a particularly harmonious presence on the wrist. Combined with the microblasted finish of the case and integrated bracelet, this dense, sophisticated green offers a strong personality while retaining the minimalist elegance characteristic of Ressence.

Like all TYPE 7 models, this version features the brand’s signature oil-immersed display. The dial appears to merge with the sapphire crystal, offering exceptional legibility and a visual depth unique in the world of watchmaking.

The TYPE 7 Cactus does not seek to make a showy statement. It subtly asserts its uniqueness through a color rarely seen in independent watchmaking and a design approach where every detail serves the user experience.

Its 41mm Grade 5 titanium case, fixed ceramic bezel, second time zone, and matching rubber strap make it a watch that is as pleasant to wear as it is to admire. A timepiece designed to accompany daily life with discretion, innovation, and personality.

Specifications

TYPE 7 C (Cactus)

Components & Weight

• 391 components / 123 grams

• Grade 5 titanium

• Two separate sealed chambers with the upper one filled with 2.95 ml of oil

• Double-domed sapphire crystals top and bottom with anti-reflective coating inside

• Fixed bezel in ceramic

• 41 mm (diameter) x 14 mm (thickness)

• 5 ATM water-resistance

• Convex Grade 5 titanium dial (75mm diameter) with three eccentric biaxial satellites inclined at 9,75° (hours and

t°) and 17° (runner and GMT) – it’s in fact 2 bi + 1 mono axial

• Engraved indications and dial filled with Grade A Super-LumiNova®

• Hours

• Minutes

• GMT

• Runner 120” – Shock absorber

• Oil temperature – by colour

Bracelet & Clasp

• Grade 5 titanium deployant clasp with 5 adjustable positions

• Grade 5 titanium bracelet (24/20mm)

• Optional leather or rubber strap

Movement

• Patented ROCS 7 module driven by the minute axle of a customised calibre

• Caseback winding and time setting with Ressence Compression Lock System (RCLS)

• Magnetic transmission from air to oil and Compensating bellows system

• Self-winding

• 36 hours power reserve

• 28,800 vibrations per hour

• 37 jewels

• 37 gears

• 8 jewel ball bearings

Ressence TYPE 7 Cactus
RessenceType 7
Ressence TYPE 7 Cactus
45 000 € TTC
Novelty on hold