AWAKE Sơn Mài – Frosted Leaf – ROYAL RED

Case: 39 mm x 11.8 mm steel. 45.6 mm lug-to-lug.
Dial: Unique handcrafted dials as works of art in themselves, traditional techniques modernized with a contemporary approach that combines creativity and innovation.
Crystal: Sapphire
Water Resistance: 50 m
Movement: La Joux-Perret G101, 68 hours power reserve
Strap: Delugs leather strap with pin buckle.

Limited edition

The Royal Red variant represents a technical evolution of the Frosted Leaf method. The final layer of the dial here consists of a pure silver leaf tinted with copper pigments, embedded in the lacquer structure. Reversing the traditional manufacturing process allows light to interact directly with the metallic layer, creating an organic structure with significant depth and vibrant reflections. Each dial is handcrafted, and no two pieces are exactly alike.

The watch case is made of recycled 316L stainless steel with a diameter of 39 mm, a lug-to-lug length of 45.6 mm, and a thickness of approximately 11.8 mm. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, while a transparent screw-down case back allows a view of the mechanical movement. The case's water resistance is 50 m (5 ATM).

Inside, an automatic Swiss caliber La Joux-Perret G101 operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph and has a power reserve of up to 68 hours. The movement is complemented by a custom tungsten rotor designed for the Awake brand and visible through the sapphire case back.

The indices and hands utilize Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9 in Awake's characteristic design, where the luminous layer is placed beneath polished metal elements. This design principle creates a subtle, indirect lighting effect while maintaining the visual dominance of the handcrafted dial.

The model comes with a suede leather strap with a rubber lining and a width of 20 → 16 mm, handcrafted in France. The watches are produced in a limited edition of 100 pieces, which underscores their artisanal character and collectible exclusivity.

Awake is an independent French watch brand founded in 2019 by entrepreneurs and watch collectors Lilian, Thibault, and Benjamin. From the outset, it has been based on the idea that watches are not just tools for measuring time, but also objects that can express the owner's values and relationship with the world around us.

The brand's philosophy lies in striving to give watches a deeper meaning – combining watchmaking technique, artistic craftsmanship, and a responsible approach to manufacturing. Awake therefore works with innovative materials, supports traditional craft techniques, and collaborates with masters in various fields around the world.

One of the characteristic elements of the brand is the connection between French design, Swiss watchmaking mechanics, and traditional Vietnamese artistic craftsmanship. This combination, for example, is behind the Sơn Mài collection, which utilizes a historical lacquer technique used in Vietnam for centuries and brings it into the world of modern mechanical watches.

Awake also positions itself as a brand that emphasizes a responsible approach to production and materials. From its beginnings, it has worked with recycled materials and strives to minimize the ecological footprint of production without compromising on quality or design.

The brand's name – Awake – refers to the idea of a greater awareness of the value of time and the world around us. Each model is therefore meant to tell its own story and bring not only technical precision but also emotion and a distinctive character.

Thanks to this combination of contemporary design, traditional craftsmanship, and a modern approach to manufacturing, Awake has built a strong position among young independent watch brands within a few years and has attracted the attention of collectors and watch media worldwide.