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Collective and Armin Strom are Back with a Second LE

One of the things we love about independent watchmaking is the ability for a brand to move swiftly on a project based on feedback from their clients, collaborators, and the watch world writ large. A new release from Collective and Armin Strom is a great example of how one good idea can quickly beget another, and in the grand scheme of things it really doesn’t even take that long. Not even two years ago, Collective and Armin Strom released the P.03 Gravity Equal Force, a creative take on one of Armin Strom’s signature designs. The concept behind the original release was to make this bit of high end watchmaking into something truly tactical, and its aesthetic was inspired by apparel, packs, and EDC tools in its finishing, color, and overall vibe. This new release, the P.03 “Night Ops,” takes that idea a step further, and does what arguably should have been done the first time around: blacking out the case.  It seems obvious, right? When you think “tactical” in watchmaking, you probably think “black,” at least to some extent. I have to say, though, that until I heard Collective and Armin Strom were making this new edition, the thought never actually crossed my mind that the original should have been black. I think that speaks to the genuine novelty of that first watch. It’s so rare for a haute horlogerie brand like Armin Strom to dabble in EDC inspiration that the first try really sold me. The new Night Ops variant feels like a more fully realized version o...

New Release: Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Purple

Armin Strom’s Gravity Equal Force collection continues to grow with the 2024 launch of the Ultimate Sapphire Purple model.

New: Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Purple

Armin Strom releases a new variation of their Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire collection with a purple guilloché dial mainplate.

Armin Strom Celebrates its 15th Birthday: from One-Man Band to Fully Integrated Manufacture

15 years ago, Armin Strom transformed from a one-man show to a fully integrated manufacture brand when entrepreneur Serge Michel and master watchmaker Claude Greisler took over the reins.

First Look - The Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Purple

Armin Strom (1938) has gone down in the annals of watchmaking as a pioneer in the art of hand-skeletonisation. Now in the hands of Serge Michel and master watchmaker Claude Greisler, the independent watchmaking brand with 17 in-house calibres continues the master’s legacy of “transparent mechanics” with showstopping models like its Mirrored Force Resonance and […]

Introducing: The Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Purple

As a fan of Armin Strom, I have had the pleasure of reviewing many of the brand’s previous models. Back in 2019, I was following the story of the then-new Gravity Equal Force, and while the watch was and still is out of my financial reach, I was amazed by what the Biel/Bienne Maison presented […] Visit Introducing: The Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Ultimate Sapphire Purple to read the full article.

Armin Strom Orbit: One of the Best Watch Date Complications You Can Get

Martin Green thinks that the Armin Strom Orbit the best watch with a date complication currently available. and here he explains why.

A Watchmaker’s Technical Look at the Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Fire: A Dual-Balance Watch with a Difference - Reprise

The Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Fire has captivated everybody with the mesmerizing appearance of its twin balances and the unusual, long, sinuous, grey spring gently oscillating along the middle of the watch. 'The Horological Journal' editor and watchmaker Justin Koullapis asks the question, "Does it live up to the hyperbole?"

New & Reviewed: Armin Strom Mirrored Forced Resonance Zeigeist SHH Edition

Armin Strom introduces the new 8 piece limited edition Zeitgeist SHHMirrored Force Resonance in steel and with German Silver movement plates..

New: Armin Strom Tribute 1 with Fumé Dials and Guilloché Plates

Armin Strom introduced the Tribute 1 in steel with new fumé dials and guilloché plates. Four dial colours, each limited to 10 pieces.

Geneva Watch Days 2023: Armin Strom One Week First Edition with an Integrated Bracelet

New: Armin Strom One Week First Edition

Armin Strom unveils their One Week First Edition - as an update on their first ever manufacture movement first released in 2010.

Armin Strom ‘One Week’: A Bonafide Manufacture Haute Horlogerie Sports Watch

A brand's progress is often seen in how their watches evolve. Armin Strom, which had the delicate task of reinventing the 'One Week,' the watch with their very first full manufacture movement.

The new Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Maillechort is Monochrome’s latest montre de souscription

This marks the third montre de souscription from Monochrome Monochrome aimed to design a “warm, discreet, and traditional” take on the Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force This edition stands out with its usage of maillechort, or German silver, for the movement These days, whether standard models or limited editions, many try to leverage bold colours … ContinuedThe post The new Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force Maillechort is Monochrome’s latest montre de souscription appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Green On Green: 4 Verdant Watch Dials From Glashütte Original, Armin Strom, Omega, And Christiaan van der Klaauw - Reprise

While the increasing popularity of green dials contributes to a more colorful universe of watches, Martin Green sometimes finds the use of this color a bit much these days. That said, the following recently introduced watches are home runs for Martin because their green dials are just right!

Introducing the Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Manufacture Edition Blue

Review: The New Armin Strom Tribute 1 Rose Gold

The Armin Strom Tribute 1 Rose Gold is the first Tribute 1 watch to be crafted in precious metal, adding more elegance to the brand's "dressiest" watch yet.

New: Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force SHH Edition

Armin Strom releases an 8 piece limited edition series of their Gravity Equal Force in collaboration with Sincere Haute Horlogerie (SHH),.

HANDS-ON: The Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force P.03 for Collective looks to make high horology more casual

Collaborative limited editions are nothing new to the industry. It would seem over the last few years we see one debut every month, and the trend is still going strong. But with so many hitting the market, it is more important than ever for all parties involved to realise something that is truly fresh that … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Armin Strom Gravity Equal Force P.03 for Collective looks to make high horology more casual appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Armin Strom Introduces the Gravity Equal Force P.03 for Collective

Our Predictions In The Mechanical Exception Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): Bulgari, Chopard, Or Armin Strom?

Now we are onto the big bad boys of the GPHG. Mechanical Exception is where we put the most mechanically incredible watches head to head, and the name of the game is horological creativity. Aesthetics help but a wild, avant-garde watch can easily win this category because there is no limit. So how does our panel choose?

Armin Strom refines their dress watch with the new Tribute 1 in rose gold

Armin Strom releases a new dress watch which they call the Tribute 1, now available as a 100 piece limited edition in rose gold.

Armin Strom Orbit Manufacture Edition: The Subtle Difference Is Black

For a relatively small manufacture like Armin Strom, scaling the production is not an easy thing, nor something that is always as desirable as it looks. However, creating watches that remain virtually unobtainable for most (potential) clients also isn't. That is why Armin Strom is already releasing the second edition of the Orbit, which is also limited to 25 pieces.

New: Armin Strom Orbit Manufacture Edition- a novel pointer date

Armin Strom releases the Orbit Manufacture Edition - the followup to the Orbit First Edition with the novel pointer date feature.

Armin Strom First Edition Mirrored Force Resonance: Reboot Or Rebirth?

The new Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance First Edition is what some might call a reboot of the collection. But Joshua Munchow looks at it more as a rebirth. The new release has a high percent of shared “DNA” with the original Mirrored Force Resonance, but it is obviously made for a new era.

New: Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance - First Edition

Armin Strom gives its Mirrored Force Resonance a facelift, and interestingly calls it the First Edition, though the model has been around since 2016.

New dial option for Armin Strom Pure Resonance

Armin Strom have been available with the option for Voutilainen's guilloché dials, and this addition is a salmon extension to the Pure Resonance line.

Armin Strom Orbit: The Best Watch With A Date Complication Currently Available

Martin Green thinks that the only downside of the Armin Strom Orbit was that it launched as a limited edition of just 25 pieces, which are already sold out. More will follow, and that is at least some good news as he declares the Orbit the best watch with a date complication currently available.

Introducing: Save The Date With The Armin Strom Orbit

A limited edition creation with a column-wheel actuated date display.

A Week On The Wrist: The Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance 'Water'

Resonance watches promise better accuracy, but does this one deliver where it counts?