Kurono Tokyo "Inseki" Meteorite CM025A

Model: Kurono Tokyo "Inseki" Meteorite CM025A Year: 2026 Features: The Rarity. Strictly speaking, it isn’t a limited edition watch - not in the traditional numbered sense at least. But sales were certainly limited as all available pieces were allocated and sold within 60 seconds of it going live on the website. Only Kurono Tokyo knows the exact amount sold, but some serial number sleuthing on various forums has revealed (allegedly) ~400 were made. Almost seven sold every second. Not bad! The Dial. The meteorite dial is spectacular and marks Kurono Tokyo first foray into cosmic dial materials. Due to the organic nature of meteorite, no two dials are identical. The red seal at six o’clock is Hajime Asaoka’s personal seal, and it serves as confirmation that every dial passed his inspection and met the visual characteristics he wanted for the watch. The Craftsmanship. Speaking of personal touches, Hajime hand-drew all of the Breguet-style numerals himself. It’s not a detail that materially changes the watch, but it’s exactly this sort of meticulousness that saw Hajime become one of the first Japanese inductees into the ACHI - a veritable Who’s Who of independent watchmakers. The Balance. But it isn’t the numerals themselves that elevate the watch, it’s the way Hajime chose to use them. It’s far too easy for meteorite dials to drift into gaudy territory. By surrounding the meteorite with a white lacquer hour track, Hajime has allowed the slice of celestial iron to be the centrepiece without dominating the face of the watch. It brings a much needed subtlety and keeps that distinct Kurono Tokyo look that collectors love. The Meteorite. Given that the provenance is known, I can’t not discuss the meteorite itself. The dial is a slice of Muonionalusta - a meteorite that landed in Sweden over one million years ago. Since its discovery over 100 years ago, fragments have appeared in everything from watch dials and jewellery to Rolls-Royces and commemorative coins - and I think I understand the fascination. At 4.5 billion years old, it’s roughly the same age as Earth. Specifications: Condition: In great condition overall. Some light handling marks are visible on the side of the case and caseback, but it appears to be largely unworn. Scope: Box and papers Movement: 90S5 Automatic Dimensions: Case Width: 37.0mm Lug to Lug: 45.0mm Case Thickness: 11.5mm Lug Width: 20mm