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Independent Swiss ultra-luxury watch brand HYT signs deal with Time International to retail its pieces in Jakarta
Launched in 2012, The Hydro Mechanical Horologists revolutionised the horological market with the use of game-changing fluid technology that unites mechanics and liquid within one wristwatch.
The use of hydro mechanics was a first ever in the watch industry, and HYT was the winner of the 2012 Geneva Watchmaking Grand Prize, Best innovative Watch Concept (Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Geneve).
Two years on and more than 50 points of sale worldwide, HYT has opened its first subsidiary in Singapore and concluded its first partnership in Asia with retail and brand giant, Time International.
HYT CEO Vincent Perriard said ‘we are delighted to be partnering with Time International. We knew Time International well even before the genesis of HYT and can testify to the quality and integrity of the brand. Danny is also a good friend, and there is no one I would rather do business within Indonesia.’
Irwan Mussry, President and CEO of Time International added ‘ We are very particular about which brands we represent but HYT was an obvious choice for us. We admire the revolution they have brought to the watch industry and knew they have much more in store for us. In the meantime, they are producing technical masterpieces that we are very happy to be retailing.’
Collectors will be able to purchase pieces in Plaza Indonesia and Pacific Place from October onward.
About HYT
HYT’s Hydromechanical Horologists have turned fantasy into reality, mixing mechanics and liquid within a wristwatch. While addicted to non-conformism, these alchemists have drawn upon the strictest codes of fine watchmaking and shattered them.
The Principle
Two flexible reservoirs with a capillary attached at each end. In one, an aqueous liquid containing fluorescein; in the other, a viscous transparent liquid. Keeping them apart is the repulsion force of the molecules in each fluid.
The hours are indicated by the green fluorescent aqueous liquid released from a flexible reservoir compressed by a piston. These reservoirs, or bellows, are located at six o’clock and are made from a flexible electro-deposited alloy. The first coloured liquid travels through the capillary pushing the transparent viscous one back into its reservoir and then returning to its original position at six o’clock in what is referred to as a retrograde manner.
The two reservoirs at 06:00. While the first compressed, the second expands, and the other way round, resulting in the movement of the liquid in the capillary. As the hours go by, the fluorescent liquid advances. The meniscus, in the shape of a half moon, marks the breaking point with the other fluid in the tube, indicating the time. At 18:00, the fluorescent liquid comes back to its original position, going backwards.
The secret that gets the reservoirs going? Two bellows made of a highly resistant, flexible electro-deposited alloy, each driven by a piston. And this is where watchmaking comes in to activate the system.
In 2014 HYT is continuing its all-encompassing quest for hybridisation by introducing its new collection: the H2. This timepiece was born of a vision shared by the teams of HYT and Audemars Piguet Renaud & Papi overseen by Giulio Papi.
About Time International
A leading brand builder and retail organisation, Time International prides itself on its commitment to the promotion and appreciation of horological culture, luxury fashion, and lifestyle. Introduced in the 60’s and currently managed by its second generation, Time International manages and operates both multi-brand retail stores such as leading watch retailer The Time Place, INTime, and Urban Icon, as well as mono-brand boutiques for some of the worlds’ most renowned brands such as Rolex, Chanel, Cartier, TAG Heuer, Fendi, Fossil, and most recently, Tory Burch.
As an inspiring place to work in, the company enhances the wellbeing of its employees and nurtures the talents behind the business while also upholding its excellent service. With its unparalleled position in the market, Time International is also committed to giving back to society.
The company is dedicated to keeping the high standards of quality Marketing Expertise and Customer Relations today as it has for years. Time International has the largest service centre in Jakarta, Time Care and Watch Care, completed with state-of-the-art technology providing professional after-sales care for all brands sold from the retail outlets. For more information, visit www.timeinternational.co.id.
