Pre-Order – Y Sgowt

Description

Y Sgowt is a watch born from contradiction: elegance forged through ruggedness, clarity achieved through complexity, and modernity grounded in deep tradition. At its heart lies a natural dial made of Malachite, Blue Pietersite or Red Sponge Coral. The stone is topped with multiple layers of different metallic patterns and a metal chapter ring, before being finished off with some lumicast hour markers.

The layered case design juxtaposes polished and brushed finishes, inviting light to interact dynamically with every surface. This is further carried onto the bracelet, which continues the contrasting finishes and allows for the watch to shine, regardless of the angle it is viewed from.

The glass was carefully calculated to imitate a box crystal from certain angles, despite it not having a sharp edge, which is quite easy to damage. This is achieved through the utilisation of the laws of optics and ensures a unique look of the watch. The crystal also features a multi-layer antireflective coating.

Y Sgowt is powered by a Miyota 9 series movement, known for its accuracy, reliability and slim profile. To make it more “my own”, I have decided to completely remanufacture the bridges and finish them in a sunray stripe pattern, with a Welsh Dragon proudly engraved onto them. The rotor was inspired by an Ancient Roman horse bridle mount, which was unearthed near my workshop as I was in the middle of the design process.

Y Sgowt refuses to be boxed into a single category. It walks the line between field watch and dress watch—resolute yet refined—ready for both ceremony and spontaneity. This design is not about blending in; it’s about being able to stand out in any situation.

SPECIFICATIONS

The case:

• Diameter: 39 mm
• Height: 11 mm (incl. crystal)
• Lug-to-lug: 45 mm
• Lug width: 20 mm
• Water resistance: 10 ATM
• 316L stainless steel
• Sapphire crystal with a multi-layer AR coating
• Screw-down crown

The dial:

• Malachite stone dial / Blue Pietersite stone dial / Red Sponge Coral dial (all unique to each watch)
• Multiple applied metal layers
• BGW9 Super Luminova on hands and lumicast markers

The movement:

• Miyota 9 series movement
• Automatic with hacking and hand-winding
• Power Reserve: 42 hours
• Frequency: 28,800 bph
• 24 jewels
• Custom bridges
• Welsh dragon engraved onto the balance cock
• Unique rotor

The bracelet:

• Stainless steel bracelet
• Screw-down links
• Micro adjustment clasp
• Quick release spring bars

Zoom in on the dial:

• Malachite: Carved from natural, secondary copper carbonate deposits formed over millennia, each malachite watch dial is a singular masterwork of geological art. Defined by its intense, vibrant green hues, ranging from deep forest tones to luminous emerald, malachite is instantly recognisable by its sweeping, concentric banding patterns and silk-like chatoyancy.
  Because no two mineral formations yield the same fluid curves or striping, every dial crafted from malachite is entirely one of a kind.
• Blue Pietersite: Known as the “Tempest Stone,” blue pietersite is a rare brecciated aggregate composed primarily of hawk’s eye crocidolite embedded in jasper quartz. Cut into ultra-thin horological dials, it captures an extraordinary, swirling tempest of midnight blues, metallic silvers, and golden-grey chatoyant light.
• Red Sponge Coral: Forged in ocean depths, red sponge coral brings an unmistakable organic vitality to high-end horology. Renowned for its bold scarlet hues, fiery terracotta undertones, and distinctive porous structure, slice-cut sponge coral offers a striking architectural grain that contrasts beautifully against finely finished metal cases. Unlike endangered precious red coral (Corallium rubrum), non-threatened sponge coral is fully CITES exempt.

STRAPS: 

• All watches will be delivered pre-fitted on the stainless steel bracelet.
• Additional silk straps and leather straps are available as an add-on.

DELIVERY:

• Standard Pre-Order: Scheduled to ship in Early 2027.
• Order status: once your order is processed, you will receive a tracking confirmation email as soon as your specific batch is ready to ship.

DISCLAIMER:

• The dial being made of natural material, its texture/pattern/colour will differ slightly from the ones pictured
• UK orders include VAT.
• International orders will be subject to a flat rate of £20 for shipping at checkout. Duties and taxes fees will be charged upon the entry of the watch into its respective country, if applicable.