Introduction
The world of independent watchmaking is particularly diverse, but two of the industry's most prominent names have been Habring2 and Massena Lab, founded by husband and wife duo Richard and Maria Kristina Habring and William Massena respectively. In 2020, these three independent powerhouses decided to collaborate for the second time and launch the Erwin LAB02 that we have here. Inspired by 1930s watchmaking like the Erwin LAB01, the LAB02 features a sector dial that is now a two-tone display with a silver center and a champagne chapter ring that houses its raised Arabic numerals. Continuing with the LAB01’s 1930’s dress watch-inspired aesthetic, the LAB02 features the same 38.5mm case construction, but in a more traditional stainless steel than the LAB01’s bronze case. However, unchanged from the LAB01, the LAB02’s caseback still provides a stunning view of its manual-wind movement, the cal. A11MS. Featuring the ever-complicated deadbeat function, the LAB02’s movement drives the second hand only once per second, giving the LAB02 the appearance of a quartz watch. A particularly complicated mechanism, the LAB02 had to be kept as a limited release like its predecessor, and so only 50 examples were produced.
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Grade
M 9
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$6,000 – $12,000
The Details
Brand
Habring2 x Massena Lab
Dimensions
38.5mm
Model
Erwin "Massena Lab 02"
Movement
Manual-wind cal. A11MS
Reference
LAB02
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2020
Condition
Near-Mint
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box, papers and spare hands
Dial Color
Champagne and silver
THE DIAL
Inspired by the dials of the 1930s, the LAB02 features a two-tone silver and champagne sector dial complete with raised numerals, sector dividers, and a railway minute track.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Offered in stainless steel and measuring 38.5mm, the LAB02 fits on the wrist perfectly with universally appealing dimensions that speaks to its appealing design as a casual timepiece inspired by the golden era of dress watches.
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
Watch is in near-mint condition, with only minor signs of use and wear.
Our Perspective
An exercise in independent watchmakers flexing their horological muscles, the LAB02 goes on to prove that it isn't only the big boys who can indulge in complex complications, stunning dials, and appealing aesthetics.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
