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NORQAIN Adds Titanium and Meteorite to Wild ONE Watch Line

NORQAIN Adds Titanium and Meteorite to Wild ONE Watch Line

NORQAIN has expanded its Wild ONE sports watch collection by introducing Grade 5 titanium to three new models, marking the first time this material has been used in the watch's construction. The Wild ONE collection, originally launched in 2022, is characterized by its lightweight and shock-resistant multi-part case, which combines NORQAIN's proprietary NORTEQ® carbon-fibre material with rubber and mechanical movements. The new additions include two skeletonized models and one featuring a unique iron meteorite dial, all designed to offer enhanced durability and corrosion resistance while maintaining a low weight. Grade 5 titanium is approximately 45% lighter than steel, reinforcing the Wild ONE's focus on performance and wearability. The titanium is incorporated into the top plate, the NORQAIN Plate, and the pin buckle, providing a brighter metallic finish that contrasts with the collection's typically matte surfaces. The two Skeleton Titanium models retain the Wild ONE's distinctive shock-absorbing architecture, which consists of a titanium container, a rubber shock absorber, and a black NORTEQ® back plate. These models are powered by NORQAIN's skeletonized 4K Manufacture Calibre NK26/1, an automatic movement that is COSC-certified and offers a power reserve of 65 hours. The bridges and oscillating weight of the movement are designed to resemble Alpine mountain peaks. The 39mm Skeleton Titanium Limited Edition is restricted to 400 pieces and features a muted grey color scheme with light-yellow accents and matching Super-LumiNova luminous material. The larger 42mm Skeleton Titanium model introduces a mint green color across its shock absorber, strap, and dial accents. Both skeletonized versions also feature a repositioned NORQAIN logo on the dial ring, allowing for a clearer view of the intricate movement. The third new model is the 42mm Wild ONE Meteorite Titanium, which pairs the same titanium, rubber, and NORTEQ® construction with an anthracite iron-meteorite dial. This meteorite material was sourced from a discovered iron meteorite, adding a distinctive and unique element to the watch face. Each of these new ultra-light watches is equipped with a COSC-certified movement and robust shock-absorbing construction, underscoring NORQAIN's commitment to high-performance timekeeping.

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