Founded as a cutting-tool manufacturer in 1963, Japanese watchmaker Minase has grown from one of Japan’s premier drill manufacturers into one of their newest watchmakers. Born from the question “What type of watch could we make if we try to make the ideal watch using our original tools, which have come to be used by many watch manufacturers?”, Minase, as a watchmaker, was launched in 2005 and has quickly proven their mettle with a bevy of impressive releases, one of which is the watch we have here, the Divido 2.0 Ice Blue. Launched with the intention of blending their technological know-how with Japanese watchmaking, the Divido collection boasts angular lugs and an intricately finished 40.5mm stainless steel case that is as sporty as it is unique. Furthemore, Minase have fitted the Divido with a stunning dial that appears to float in its case with its only connections to the case being the polished steel indices that bridge the gap and create a wonderful three dimensional perspective that follows the subtle curvature of the dial as they fade into the periphery of the display. Offered on a rubber strap and powered by the cal. KT7002, the Divido 2.0 Ice Blue is a uniquely designed timepiece that merges the Japanese art of Urushi lacquering with the country’s famed industrial know-how in a fun and interesting manner that is filled with personality and intrigue. Boasting an ice blue dial with Urushi maki-e lacquer that is then polished to allow the dial to really come to life, the Ice Blue’s dial showcases the craftsmanship that has gone into creating this timepiece.

The watch is in like-new condition, with little to no signs of handling. It comes complete with its original box and papers.

A wonderfully interesting watch that speaks to the individuality of its wearer, the Divido reveals Minase's industrial origins through its contemporary design that breaks boundaries through an aesthetic that is unapologetically powerful, daring, and artistic.