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Ressence renowned for their unique approach to displaying time, emphasising legibility and user interaction. The Type 3, introduced in 2013, exemplifies the brand's ethos of "beyond hands" by reimagining the concept of a mechanical watch. As the world's first oil-filled mechanical timepieces, the watches in this collection feature a visually striking display that appears almost like an illusion. The Type 3's technical innovations are driven by Ressence's proprietary "Ressence Orbital Convex System" (ROCS) and is designed to display time through a series of rotating disks, rather than traditional hands.
Design And Iterations
Type 3 watches embody a unique blend of minimalist and maximalist design elements, combining a clean and uncluttered aesthetic with a range of complications. These features include a day-of-the-week indicator, a date display, and a distinctive oil temperature gauge. These elements are harmoniously integrated into the dial reflecting the brand’s commitment to integrating functionality without compromising its design ethos. Despite its unconventional layout, the Type 3 remains a wearable timepiece. The 44mm titanium case, while substantial, is comfortable on the wrist. Components like edge-to-edge sapphire crystals on both the front and back enhance its organic aesthetic while its titanium case relies on a rotating caseback to handle winding and setting. The short lugs are designed to accommodate a pass-through strap to ensure that the watch sits comfortably on the wrist.
Over the years, the Type 3 has seen several iterations, each refining its design and functionality. The original model featured a black dial, but subsequent versions have introduced variations such as white dials and the Type 3X, which marked the brand's 10th anniversary with a distinctive green dial. These iterations have retained the core characteristics of the Type 3 while offering new aesthetic choices to collectors and enthusiasts.