An extremely rare opportunity to acquire one of the soon-to-be historical pieces in many years to go down Hajime Asaoka's career.

Kurono stands for one of the most intriguing and understated narratives of Japanese heritage, aesthetics and sensibility. While the reputation of profound watchmaker Hajime Asaoka needs no description, we believe there is a singular and subtle sensitivity that resonates across all Japanese independent watchmakers, deeply rooted in its culture and philosophy.

Kuruno released this model in 2020 as their first chronograph watch limited to 68 pieces. Nominated in the world-renowned GPHG awards this dial is unbelievably well-finished. A true link between modern watches design and classic chronograph layouts. The 38mm chronograph is aesthetically pleasing to the eye and finished in a concentric guilloche’ pattern. The unique box sapphire glass reflects light on the dial with a slightly higher magnification, really showing off the brilliant finish.

While much has spoken about the Miyota movements in relative releases, the NE86 is nonetheless a 6S successor with great reliability, weight and noticeable thickness and incredible value here. Comes with free Delugs straps even !