Hijra
About this watch
The technical nature of the Islamic calendar complication invented by Konstantin Chaykin for the Hijra watch is complemented by an interesting, carefully thought-out and executed decoration. This attitude is characteristic of Chaykin’s entire watch collection, which, for all its obvious versatility, conveys a valuable sense of unity.
Production
There is something special about observing the watch being built. It is not just a mechanical process, but a true art in which the meticulous work of the master craftsman is combined with the precision of technical thinking. Assembling a watch is something that can fascinate, inspire and convey a sense of wonder.
Decorative watch with an islamic calendar
The harmonious combination of the classical design of the watch with the traditional Islamic elements of decoration represents a modern interpretation of the cultural and historical heritage of Islamic civilization. All the numerals and the names of the days of the week and months on the dial are written in Arabic, which is understood by the majority of Muslims around the world.
The traditions of Islamic architecture are reflected in the shape of the hands – the hour hand is shaped like the dome of a mosque and the minute hand like a minaret. The date hand of the Islamic calendar is crowned with the most famous symbol of Islam – the crescent moon. The watch also shows the days of the week and the phases of the moon. The perfect workmanship of the movement and the exquisite decoration of the watch testify to its affiliation with Haute Horlogerie.
Movement
The caliber K.01-2M of the Hijra watch was developed by Konstantin Chaykin to embody the Hijra Islamic calendar complication. The movement is made entirely in Konstantin Chaykin Manufacture according to the standards of haute horlogerie, using traditional techniques for finishing the components: Côtes de Genève, perlage, fine straight and circular grinding, hand-polished chamfers, engravings, polished screw, pin and jewel recesses, ball polishing of the pivots and rhodium plating. The special feature of the movement is a ‘Pac-Man’ regulator, developed by Konstantin Chaykin for fine adjustment of the hairspring.
Caliber: K.01-2M, hand-wound, made by Konstantin Chaykin Manufacture
Power reserve: 48 hours
Functions: – Hours and minutes; – Date, day of the week and month according to traditional Islamic calendar; – Moonphase display.
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