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Lot #4852

Ming 27.02 Special Projects Cave Edition Sapphire and Guilloche Dial DLC Case

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Introduction

Having taken the independent watchmaking scene by storm, MING watches have become some of the most sought-after timepieces on the market, and the 27.02 is no exception. Introducing a new aesthetic to MING’s thinnest design, the 27.02 features an incredible gradient guilloche dial made from sapphire. Fading from black at its centre to a deep navy along its periphery, the gradient guilloche pattern underneath the sapphire dial is tastefully revealed to those looking close enough. A beautifully weighted watch, the 27.02 features the same 38mm x 6.9mm dimensions as its predecessor, the 27.01, and so will feel familiar on the wrist to most MING collectors or enthusiasts given MING’s extended use of this case design. With MING's signature lug design, round case and unique dial, the 27.02 is the beautiful timepiece that packs an interesting blend of design continuity and fresh aesthetics that results in a watch that is both familiar and intriguing in equal parts. Limited to just 10 pieces, the example that we have here is an offering from Ming’s 'Special Projects Cave', and so this watch features a large aesthetic departure from its regular production 27.02 sibling; a DLC-coated case.

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Grade

M 9.5

Status

Vetted & Approved

Included

Box and Papers

Est. value range

$8,000 – $12,000

The Details

Brand

Ming

Dimensions

38mm x 6.9mm

Model

27.02 Special Projects Cave

Movement

Manual-wind MING cal. 7001.M1 (heavily-modified ETA 7001)

Reference

27.02

Bracelet

Leather strap

Year

2021

Condition

Like new

Material

DLC-coated stainless steel

Included

Watch, box, and papers

Dial Color

Black sapphire

THE DIAL
THE DIAL

Blending its near-black to blue to transparent gradient effect with a textured guilloche underlay, the 27.02's dial is extremely well-executed, as we have come to expect from MING.

THE CONSTRUCTION
THE CONSTRUCTION

Matching its smoked sapphire dial, this limited edition 27.02's construction boasts a blacked-out DLC finish that adds a more sleek and stealthy aesthetic to the 27.02's stunning case shape and differentiates it from its regular production siblings.

TIMING MACHINE READOUT
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 overall like-new condition. The case shows only light signs of wear or handling. Comes complete with box and warranty papers.

Our Perspective

Limited to just 10 pieces, this special edition 27.02 builds upon the regular production 27.02's good looks and popularity to create something seasoned Ming collectors will love.

Eric Ku

Co-founder