The MING 37.09 Uni is a timepiece that encapsulates the splendor of horological innovation and aesthetic allure, drawing inspiration from the enigmatic and captivating sea urchin, known in Japanese as “uni.” This exclusive marvel of watchmaking is crafted with meticulous precision, echoing MING’s signature design ethos, characterized by an interplay of light, form, and color, delineating an exquisite blend of functionality and artistry.
Encased within a robust 38mm diameter 316L stainless steel shell, the watch is meticulously coated with a durable black-DLC finish, imbuing it with both elegance and resilience. The aesthetic narrative of the MING 37.09 Uni continues with its rich orange highlights, juxtaposing the stark black, reminiscent of the sea urchin’s protective exterior and glistening treasures within. The Uni boasts a newly conceptualized design for the hour indices, which are generously imbued with Super-LumiNova, casting an ethereal glow that echoes the luminescent allure of its marine muse.
The horological sophistication of the 37.09 Uni is further accentuated by the groundbreaking deployment of orange emission Super-LumiNova, marking a pioneering first for MING. This detail ensures not only visual allure but optimal legibility in submerged conditions, fortifying its identity as a formidable dive watch. The interior mechanism is powered by an automatized Sellita SW300.M1 movement, complete with anthracite skeletonized bridges and rotor adorned with contrast circular brushing, yielding an elegant finish that harmonizes with the watch’s overall aesthetic.
A sapphire caseback and a rotatable sapphire timing dial, functional up to an astounding depth of 600 meters, underscore its engineering prowess, blending durability with the graceful intricacies of traditional watchmaking. The interplay of domed sapphire crystals, with dual-sided antireflective coating, affords unparalleled clarity and visual depth, further immortalizing the 37.09 Uni’s dedication to intrinsic beauty and innovation.
Envisioned as a paean to horological and marine excellence, the main portion of the wristwatch arrives harmoniously complemented by a bespoke FKM rubber strap, affording both comfort and adaptability, secured with a DLC-coated ‘flying blade’ tuck buckle offering micro-adjustability, an attestation to modern utility meeting vintage finesse. Limited to a mere 150 pieces, the MING 37.09 Uni embodies exclusivity, a paragon of prestige leveraged by rarity, and is priced at CHF 5,250. Each element conspires to offer the wearer not merely a watch but an odyssey of aesthetic and oceanic intrigue.
