URWERK EMC SR-71 – A Legend Reborn
It swept all the awards. It was the double winner of the prestigious “Mechanical Excellence” and “Innovation” categories at the 2014 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. It was named “Watch of the Year” by Revolution Asia and “Best of the Best” by Robb Report USA. It was praised by the media, endorsed by Philippe Dufour and still holds a prominent place in the buying replica watch world ten years after its creation. To celebrate its tenth anniversary, URWERK’s EMC (Electro-Mechanical Control) has been redesigned and applied to the legendary SR-71 reconnaissance aircraft fuselage – the URWERK EMC SR-71!
The EMC is a mechanical watch whose concept and movement were conceived, developed and manufactured by URWERK in 2014. Its traditional functions (hours, minutes, seconds and power reserve) are complemented by the original patented information delta performance indicator. Thanks to this new feature, the chronometric accuracy of the mechanical movement can now be assessed at the touch of a button. This innovation makes EMC (Electromechanical Control) the first mechanism that allows the wearer to measure the performance of the watch in real time. Moreover, with this information, the wearer can adjust the settings of the watch to achieve the ultimate goal of perfect timekeeping. Watchmaking happiness is finally within reach! The rest is history: double awards in two flagship categories of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève and unanimous praise from the professional press! From awards to recognition, it is a great story that could have ended there.
December 2020. Two enthusiasts came to the URWERK headquarters in Geneva. Their names are Jason Sarkoyan and Dr. Roman Sperl. The first is an experienced watch collector and designer with an EMC Black on his wrist. The other is none other than Dr. Roman Sperl, an aeronautical engineer and expert in the field of the SR-71 Blackbird, the fastest stealth aircraft ever built, capable of flying at speeds of more than Mach 3 (three times the speed of sound). Together they form Dreamland*. They are fascinated by precision mechanics, they understand URWERK's aspirations and, most importantly, they share the same creative madness as the watch brand's designers. They had an idea in mind, a slightly crazy idea that the Maison loves to explore: to celebrate EMC's 10th anniversary with an extraordinary model, combining the best of strategic reconnaissance aviation - the SR-71 Blackbird - with the best of EMC's haute horlogerie concepts. They had a rare and priceless treasure: a titanium part of the SR-71 fuselage. The conversation quickly turned into a free exchange, spanning time and distance, between Geneva, Zurich and New York. It took URWERK three years to finally launch the EMC SR-71! replica Breitling Endurance Pro
"This story is a little crazy, but at the same time, stories born of passion are the most beautiful, don't you think?" Jason Sakyan enthuses. "I threw myself into this adventure. What's more, I could rely on the knowledge and experience of Dr. Roman Speer ("RoMiG21" on Instagram), a doctoral student at the Technical University of Munich and, above all, one of the world's leading aviation experts."
One of the 10 limited editions of this EMC SR-71, now available as a 10-piece series (10th Anniversary Edition), features elements from the fuselage of this legendary aircraft. This "modified" titanium was melted down and then processed into the charging crank for the EMC generator: "It's not without reason that the layout of the dial's screens is reminiscent of the cockpit instruments of the SR-71", explains Martin Frei, Art Director and co-founder of URWERK. "A watch, like an airplane, is a machine that provides information about its performance. The dial is the personal cockpit; in addition to the accurate time, the EMC also provides information about how it works and how it is 'driven'. It is a unique and exciting experience. My fascination with science fiction, space travel and aviation made me particularly keen to work with Jason and Roman from Dreamland on this project." replica Jacob & Co. Astronomia Sky
As a result, the EMC SR-71 looks like a dashboard with four separate dials, two of which feature screw-down bezels. The focal point is the seconds indicator (dial at 2 o'clock), whose tip is designed like a stealth aircraft. This is one of the flagship features of the EMC, a testament to its smooth and precise operation. To its left - at 10 o'clock - the EMC's performance is displayed in seconds per day, while its power reserve appears below at 7 o'clock. At 5 o'clock, a set of hands indicates the classic hours and minutes. On the back of the EMC, its internal movement is clearly visible under a sapphire crystal.
This in-house URWERK movement is designed, developed and crafted by the URWERK workshop. Its performance is tested in four positions over a 30-day cycle to meet the most stringent standards for precision best replica watch site. "The SR-71 is a legendary aircraft, a racing beast designed for maximum performance. This is also the spirit in which we designed the EMC", says Felix Baumgartner, master watchmaker and co-founder of URWERK. "These are two cutting-edge machines that, in order to perform at their best, need only to be operated by skilled personnel."
Its original balance wheel is made of ARCAP alloy, which URWERK favors for its non-magnetic and corrosion-resistant properties. Its unique morphology has been carefully calculated to improve its aerodynamics and minimize the disturbances caused by air friction. This allows it to maintain optimal amplitude.
The drive that provides the power takes the form of a twin barrel mounted vertically on a single axis. This series-connected twin barrel ensures the EMC's stable linear chronometric performance and provides the EMC with an 80-hour power reserve.
All that remained to observe and evaluate this fully mechanical movement was to develop its electronic complications and monitoring devices. Software developer Olivier Evalet, who is passionate about software and computer engineering, was deeply involved in the project: “The idea was to use precision optics, i.e. light, to measure the performance of a mechanical movement. Using a 16,000,000 Hz superquartz as a reference, the measurements obtained are accurate to within ten microseconds.” cheap fake watches
The EMC control functions consist of the following:
Optical sensor connected to the balance.
This sensor consists of a transmitter and a receiver located on either side of the balance. Its job is to record the vibrations of the mechanism running at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz) over three seconds. This measurement is triggered manually by pressing the start button.
16,000,000 Hz electronic oscillator This provides the benchmark timing rate for the EMC. The performance of the EMC balance (4 Hz) is compared with this extraordinary oscillator to obtain the most accurate measurement. Integrated Circuits This calculator determines the difference between the movement's ticking rate and that of a reference oscillator (denoted by the letter δ). Each microsecond of difference between the two values represents an increase or decrease of one second per day in the movement's ticking rate. A change of 0.0000014 seconds per half vibration corresponds to a change of one second per day. Manual Winding Generator: The EMC's monitoring unit (optical sensor and computer) is powered by a microgenerator made by the Swiss company Maxon, best known for developing the electric motors that equipped NASA's Pathfinder Mars Rover.
"The EMC is an ode to the mechanical watch and the watchmaker's craft", explains Felix Baumgartner, master watchmaker and co-founder of URWERK. "A mechanical watch is a sensitive organism whose movement's ticking rate fluctuates depending on several parameters", he continues. "These changes in speed and performance are perceptible to watchmakers, who have all the equipment they need to test the precision of a movement. Amateurs rarely have these tools. With the EMC, we give them the opportunity to get into the heart of a watch and see it in action and evolve."
"This EMC features the bold design and matte black body of the legendary SR-71 Blackbird. This prestigious collaboration is the perfect fusion of horological excellence and aeronautical engineering. The new EMC not only measures time with unparalleled precision, it also captures the speed and stealth spirit of the SR-71. It's a unique and exhilarating experience", explains Martin Frei, co-founder and artistic director of URWERK.
Watchmaking bliss is finally within reach, with the SR - 71 combining power and elegance. URWERK invites you to discover this limited edition, a symbol of innovation and perfection! replica Porsche Design Chronograph 1 Watches