FORLIN F1
Custom made - inspired by F1
With references to Formula 1, the timepiece draws elements from the iconic wheels, Pirelli tyres, font, and gauges used in motorsport.
The single hand provides a unique way of the time, reminiscent of the traditional analogue speedometers and stopwatches used in motor racing. This reference to the past is then coupled with laser cut carbon fibre - a staple of modern race cars and renowned for its strength and speed.
PHOTOS
VIDEOS
Watch assembly
Custom watch box
Laser engraved case back
Sandblasted stainless steel dial, laser cut (0.3mm 316L SS)
Laser cut hand (0.1mm 316L SS)
Photography session
WATCH SPECS
The design includes:
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0.2mm carbon fibre index ring
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stainless steel dial with coloured accents
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stainless steel black case
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single hand
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laser engraved case back and crown
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hand wound ETA Swiss movement visible through an exhibition case back
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sapphire crystal glass front
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black and brown leather bands with quick change connection
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leather travel case with logos
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custom made watch box
MECHANICAL MOVEMENT
​ETA 6497
Drive type: Hand wound mechanical movement
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Manufacture: Swiss made by ETA
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Power reserve: 46 hours on a full wind
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Diameter: 36.6mm
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Jewels: 17
The ETA 6497 movement has been used in luxury timepieces for almost 70 years and has a reputation of being a beautiful, reliable and long lasting Swiss movement.
The base design for this movement was originally developed for use in pocket watches, and slowly transitioned into wristwatches as the popularity of larger modern wrist watches gained momentum through the 1980s to today.
Over the years this movement has been used by the likes of IWC, Panerai and Omega.
CARBON FIBRE INDEX RING
Carbon-fibre-reinforced polymer is a lightweight and strong material commonly used in automotive racing. Many times stronger than steel for its weight, its strength to weight ratio makes it a favoured material where speed and time is of the essence. The material can be identified by its intricate woven texture, which provides the key to its strength, while also giving it a recognisable pattern for those who know what to look for.
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The index ring of the watch makes use of specially sourced carbon fibre of <0.2mm in thickness, laser cut with intricate numbers, markers and logos.
WATCH CASE
​​Diameter: 43.5mm (excluding crown)
Thickness: 11mm
Front glass: Sapphire crystal
Back: Exhibition glass back
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This case includes a mix of polished and brushed metal surfaces which allows the watch to suit both casual and formal attire.
DESIGN CUES
F1 Wheel and Tyre
Taking inspiration from the iconic design of the F1 wheel and tyre, this timepiece features many of the same striking lines and colours.
Logo
For over 100 years the Pirelli logo has been linked to racing, with a strong modern connection with Formula 1. Its striking look was taken as inspiration for the the 'Forlin' used on the dial of the watch.
Single hand
The single hand featured on the watch was modeled off the analogue dials and mechanical stopwatches associated with vintage motor racing.
Font
All of the typeface used across the watch - including the numbers on the dial and crown, and the wording on the back - make use of the recognisable Forumla 1 bold font.
Carbon fibre
A lightweight and strong material commonly used in motor racing - the dial of the timepiece makes use of specially sourced carbon fibre that is <0.2mm thick, laser cut to represent the spokes of a wheel.
