AWAKE Sơn Mài – Silver Leaf "Palladium"

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

Elegant, subtle, and timeless. The "Palladium" model features a delicate transition from a light golden center to deep brown edges, creating a calm, harmonious composition. Each dial is original.

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

Inside, an automatic Swiss caliber La Joux-Perret G101 works with a frequency of 28,800 vph and 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 use Swiss Super-LumiNova BGW9 in the characteristic Awake brand design, where the luminescent layer is placed under polished metal elements. This design principle creates a subtle, indirect light effect while maintaining the visual dominance of the handmade dial.

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

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 based 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 us.

The brand's philosophy lies in an effort to restore deeper meaning to watches—to combine 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 worldwide.

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