Introduction
Announced in early 2021, the Massena Lab Archetype 0.0 is a pre-series prototype timepiece that is “the product of a laboratory experiment,” as Massena Lab puts it. Launched as a 32-piece limited edition collection, the 0.0 was only available to the brand's family and friends, and not the public. Inspired by the vintage chronographs of old, the Archetype 0.0 features a wonderfully-executed stainless steel 42mm construction with beveled lugs, pump pushers, and a double-domed sapphire crystal. Manually wound with a Sellita cal. SW510 M beating within its case, the 0.0 features 58-hours of power reserve and has been regulated to chronometer spec. However, the star of the 0.0’s show is its incredible gloss black dial. Sporting incredibly vivid gilt inscriptions that stay true to its vintage aesthetic with open numbers, a serif font, and two-tone gilt allowing for dark subdial inscriptions than the surrounding inscriptions. All in all, the 0.0 features the level of detail required to produce a masterful remake of the watches of yesteryear, something Massena Labs has shown time and time again that they are more than capable of achieving.
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Grade
M 10
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box, Papers, Additional Strap
Est. value range
$3,000 – $5,000
The Details
Brand
Massena Lab
Dimensions
42mm x 13.5mm
Model
Archetype 0.0 B58
Movement
Manual-wind cal. SW510 M
Reference
A.0.0.644
Bracelet
Leather strap
Year
2021
Condition
New
Material
Stainless steel
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Black
THE DIAL
Featuring a beautiful glossy black dial, the 0.0 is detailed with bright gold markings that have been achieved by recreating the same traditional gilt techniques as those used in mid-century dial making.
THE CONSTRUCTION
Made of stainless steel, the 0.0's construction is immediately reminiscent of vintage chronographs with beveled lugs, pump pushers, and a double domed sapphire crystal.
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 new and unworn condition.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
A prototype watch reserved only for family and friends, the Archetype 0.0 is a splendidly well-executed Chronograph that comfortably could have sold out a much larger serial production run thanks to its astounding beauty and impressive craftsmanship.
Justin Gruenberg
Co-founder
