AWAKE Sơn Mài – Frosted Leaf – MOKA

Case: 39 mm x 11.8 mm steel. 45.6 mm lug-to-lug.
Dial: Unique hand-crafted dials as works of art themselves, traditional techniques modernized with a contemporary approach that blends 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 Frosted Leaf collection uses a specific variant of this technique, in which lacquer is combined with fine fragments of metal foil and pigments to create a characteristic "frosted" effect reminiscent of a leaf covered with hoarfrost. The dial surface thus offers remarkable depth and a variable play of light, which changes depending on the angle of incidence of light and the movement of the wrist.

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

Inside the watch operates an automatic Swiss caliber La Joux-Perret G101, which beats at a frequency of 28,800 vph and offers a power reserve of up to 68 hours. The movement is complemented by a custom rotor designed for the Awake brand.

The indices and hands are equipped with Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9, with the luminescent layer placed beneath polished metallic elements. This solution creates a subtle, indirect lighting effect while maintaining the visual dominance of the hand-crafted dial.

The watch comes on a leather strap with a 20 → 16 mm taper and quick-release spring bars, allowing for easy strap changes without tools.

The Frosted Leaf collection is available in several color variants that utilize different pigments and shades within the Sơn Mài lacquer technique. Each variant is produced in a limited series of 50 pieces, which emphasizes the artisanal nature of the production and the collectible exclusivity of the model. Variants available include Blue, Green, and Brown (Moka).

Awake is an independent French watchmaking brand founded in 2019 by entrepreneurs and watch collectors Lilian, Thibault, and Benjamin. From the outset, it has been built on the idea that a watch is not merely a tool for measuring time, but also an object that can express the values of its owner and their relationship with the world around them.

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

One of the characteristic elements of the brand is the fusion of French design, Swiss watchmaking mechanics, and traditional Vietnamese artistic craftsmanship. It is precisely this combination that underpins, for example, the Sơn Mài collection, which utilizes a historical lacquer technique used in Vietnam for centuries and translates 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 its ecological footprint 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 intended 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 production, Awake has, within a few years, established a strong position among young independent watchmaking brands and gained the attention of collectors and watchmaking media worldwide.