Customer Reviews
The Devil's in the Detail
With small diameters come small parts - dials have less room to display the time and hands have less room to move. Given the limited space we had to play with, we've enhanced the feeling of depth by using multiple tiers for the dial, with an outer ring angled into a contrasting chapter ring, both elevated above the main textured dial. This stadium-like rake leads the eye into the dial, giving the impression of depth and separation.
The colouring of the Itten is an exercise in separation of utility - the hands are the focus, and are painted in the three primary colours of red, blue and yellow. As such, the dial markings follow suit, with the hour markings printed in 12 red dots, the minute markings on the chapter ring printed in a vivid blue, and the seconds aligned with the outer yellow ring - indicating the passing of time.
FARBKREIS COLOUR WHEEL
Colour theory is a big part of what we do - deciding what colour works with the other colours on a dial - and can be challenging if you’re not familiar with theories like the Farbkreis colour wheel. Johannes Itten created the wheel in 1961 to simplify and identify the colours that both complemented and contrasted with one another. Split into three groups - primary, secondary and tertiary - the wheel, to this day, allows designers to consider appropriate colouring in their work.
“My first Marloe! The design is simply amazing. The dial colors, the dimensions and the portability are one step away from perfection. Everyone likes it and it's an excellent conversation starter.”
“This is an excellent watch, especially at this price point. The colour combination and its elaborate design make it stand out, and despite its small size, it feels robust and well-engineered.”
“Go small and you will not be disappointed! Website pictures do not do this watch justice: The yellow ring is actually an iridescent mustard which pops - a true hidden gem.”
Our Little Tank
When it comes to mechanical movements they are inherently 'big'. You might think we’re joking, considering the movement inside the Tay is only 26mm in diameter and a mere 3.9mm thick, but when tolerances, clearances and physical limits of material thicknesses are considered, that 26mm soon approaches the 35mm diameter that we want the dimension of the Tay to be.
Having uncompromising demands like water resistance capability and construction quality has been the greatest challenge for this watch. As well as keeping the Tay at a touch over 10mm thin, affording a comfortable and unobtrusive fit, we wanted the Tay to have sensational wrist presence for such a small watch. As such we have affectionately called this our “little tank” owing to its robust appearance, but diminutive dimensions.
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