Introduction
Founded in 2003 in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, Azimuth quickly carved a niche for its avant-garde designs and inventive complications, blending traditional Swiss craftsmanship with bold, unconventional aesthetics. The Regulateur Retrograde series that we have here draws inspiration from 18th-century regulator clocks, revered for their precision and the clarity of their displays. This particular model, the Retrograde Minutes Dragon exemplifies the brand’s daring spirit and commitment to mechanical artistry through its mesmerizing mother-of-pearl dial, alive with an intricately detailed dragon - a potent symbol of strength and fortune in Eastern lore – that lives within the sunburst engraved pattern that is also set within the mother-of-pearl. Complete with a retrograde minutes display that arcs across a dramatic sweep before snapping back to zero, a central seconds hand and a small hour display at 10 o’clock, this timepiece’s dial is unique and unlike anything else on the market. Encased within durable 316L stainless steel, the 42mm watch balances robust construction with fine artistry. Limited in production to just 25 pieces across four colorways, the Round-1 Dragon RRM captures Azimuth’s ethos: fearless design, meticulous engineering, and a celebration of individuality in contemporary haute horlogerie.
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Grade
M 8.5
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box, Papers, Accessories
Est. value range
$1,000 – $2,000
The Details
Brand
Azimuth
Dimensions
42mm
Model
Round-1 Dragon RRM
Movement
Automatic
Reference
N/A
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2010
Condition
Excellent
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, Box, Papers, and Accessories
Dial Color
White (Mother-of-pearl)
THE DIAL
Boasting a white mother-of-pearl dial, this example's dragon-engraved display represents the water element, with the other three representing fire, gold, and earth.
THE CONSTRUCTION
A large 42mm timepiece with a thin bezel to provide space for its unique display, the Round-1 Dragon RRM's entire design has been catered to highlight the craftsmanship contained within its mother-of-pearl dial/
TIMING MACHINE READOUT
This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
Condition
The watch is in overall excellent condition. The steel case has some light scratches and signs of wear on the polished sections, and the bezel has some light nicks. The case back is excellent, with very crisp engravings and screw heads. The mother of pearl dial features detailed engraving that is in excellent condition, complemented by very clean blued hands. The watch is fitted with a black leather strap with a steel Azimuth buckle in excellent condition. Comes complete with box, manual, guarantee, and tool.
Our Perspective
An interesting brand that creates timepieces that exist outside of the confines of traditional Swiss aesthetics, Azimuth's design ethos is on full show in the Round-1 Dragon RRM thanks to its unusual mother-of-pearl dial.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
