Packed with attitude and unapologetic style, the UR-110—aptly nicknamed the “Torpedo”—is a creation that redefined contemporary watchmaking. Avant-garde in both design and mechanics, it embodies Urwerk’s radical vision of time, earning the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève award for Best Design in 2011. With its futuristic architecture and bold presence, the UR-110 has become a symbol of cutting-edge horology and rebellious self-expression.

At its core, the watch is equipped with three orbiting hour satellites in planetary motion, displaying time along the right side of the asymmetric dial. Beneath lies a “control board” featuring a day/night indicator, small seconds, and an ingenious oil-change display that signals when servicing is required. Stability is ensured by a central carousel, maintaining perfect balance and precision across this strikingly original mechanism.

Despite its technical complexity, the UR-110 is remarkably intuitive and legible. The asymmetric layout allows for discreet reading of the time without moving a cuff, while the Grade 5 titanium case offers both strength and stealthy lightness. Produced in a limited run of just 55 pieces, the present example, number 16, features a brushed grey titanium case and luminous dial—a rare opportunity for collectors seeking innovation, rarity, and a bold departure from traditional watchmaking.