Bespoke Timepiece

One-of-a kind watch with hand-made dial
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat
Mid-Century Modern Cat

Mid-Century Modern Cat #1

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  • One Year Warranty

This bespoke watch features a grey cat sitting upright on a checkered background. The cat and background are inspired by mid-century modern art.  The dial is handcrafted with .999 Fine Silver using traditional cloisonné techniques. The wires which outline the cells for the enamel are hand bent and attached to the dial. Each cell is filled with vitreous (grand feu) enamel from Japan and fired multiple times in the kiln at about 1400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Background is white enamel stained with a checkerboard pattern in mid century modern colors such as avocado green, peach, yellow, red, and blue.

The watch case is made in Stainless Steel by the Cincinnati Watch Company. 

The watch features a Swiss Made Automatic Movement.

Dial Artist: Jordan P. Ficklin

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Watch Case

  • 316L Stainless Steel
  • 36mm
  • 20mm Lug Width

Movement

  • Swiss Made Automatic Watch Movement
  • Sellita SW300-1b

Dial

  • Cloisonné Enamel on .999 Fine Silver

Strap

  • 316L Stainless Steel Bracelet

Making Cloisonné Dials

Cloisonné dials begin with a pure silver dial blank to which a thin layer of clear enamel is applied.

A design is sketched on the blank and thin silver wires are formed to create cells or "cloisons" in which the enamel can be applied. Each silver wire is only 0.08mm thick and are bent by hand to create the design.

Applying the Enamel

Finely ground enamel is washed and mixed with water so that it can be applied to the dial using a fine brush.

The cells are filled with various colors to create shading, gradations, and to bring the image to life.

Firing the enamel

The enamel is built up layer upon layer. Each layer is fired at about 1400 degrees Fahrenheit in the kiln. The enamel grains melt creating a smooth surface that is fused to the silver dial blank.

Designed & Assembled in
Cincinnati

Watch designer Rick Bell & AWCI Certified watchmaker Jordan Ficklin at the Union Terminal.

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