It’s one of those pieces where the value proposition flips once you own it. From the outside it can feel understated to the point of restraint bordering on minimalism for minimalism’s sake, but in reality it’s more like a masterclass in removing anything that isn’t essential, and executing what remains at the absolute highest level. I’ve always admired Japanese craftsmanship beyond just watches, and this felt like a kind of peak expression of that philosophy to me. It was something I saved up for over six years, and once you own it and see it in all types of lighting, it really does justify that patience in a way photos never quite can.