Urwerk is a prestigious independent Swiss watch brand celebrated for its groundbreaking designs and innovative timekeeping mechanisms, founded in 1997 by Felix Baumgartner and Martin Frei. The brand is distinguished by its satellite time display, replacing traditional hands with rotating hour markers that glide along a minute track, as seen in models like the UR-100, UR-210, and UR-220. Urwerk’s futuristic, industrial aesthetic features bold geometric cases crafted from titanium, steel, or carbon composites, often resembling spacecraft with exposed mechanics. Technically, Urwerk pushes boundaries with innovations such as the UR-110 Torpedo’s self-regulating turbine, the UR-105 CT Streamliner’s wind regulator, and the UR-100V "LightSpeed," which tracks the time light takes to travel from the Sun to Earth. With an annual production of just 150-200 pieces, Urwerk watches are highly exclusive and coveted by collectors. The brand has collaborated with MB&F and earned accolades like the GPHG, cementing its reputation in haute horology. Popular models include the UR-100V with "SpaceTime" indicators, the UR-210 "Maltese Falcon" with a winding efficiency indicator, and the intricate UR-222 with retrograde minutes. Catering to enthusiasts of unconventional mechanics and avant-garde design, Urwerk watches command prices ranging from $50,000 to over $500,000, reflecting their rarity and craftsmanship. Would you like further details on a specific model?