De Rijke & Co. x Guy Allen Series 2
De Rijke & Co. is proud to announce the launch of three new limited edition driver’s watches created in collaboration with automotive illustrator Guy Allen.
An ongoing collaboration
De Rijke & Co. and Guy Allen have enjoyed a creative collaboration spanning eight years. Initially the partnership focused on the creation of illustrations to promote the companies first timepieces. By 2024 this creative relationship had evolved, resulting in the development of a first series of Amalfi special editions – Land, Sea and Air.
Encouraged by the enthusiastic response to Series 1 and driven by feedback from clients and customers, Series 2 of the Amalfi special editions advances the automotive theme.
De Rijke & Cie. x Guy Allen Series 2 - Amazon
Featuring the Land Rover Defender. Numbered edition of 50 timepieces.
De Rijke & Cie. x Guy Allen Series 2 - Sahara
Featuring the Porsche 911. Numbered edition of 50 timepieces.
De Rijke & Cie. x Guy Allen Series 2 - Turini
Featuring the Lancia Stratos. Numbered edition of 50 timepieces.
True driver’s watches
The De Rijke & Co. Amalfi was conceived as a driver’s watch. It’s two piece case can be rotated through 90 degrees to ensure the dial is orientated at the correct angle whilst the wearer has their hands on the wheel.
Limited to a production run of 50 pieces per design, this second series of Amalfi special editions sees the introduction of some notable advances in materials and craft:
A highly durable fully ceramic case
In a departure from earlier iterations, the new Amalfi watches feature ceramic cases. Some watchmakers combine ceramic with steel underpinnings, but De Rijke & Co. chose to undertake the time-consuming process of developing a fully ceramic two piece case. Combined with a sapphire crystal a new Amalfi watch will serve as a dependable companion on any road trip.
Vibrant new dial designs with 3D engraving
Champlevé enamel dials have been a feature of all the Amalfi special editions. Amazon, Sahara and Turini take the process to another level with the introduction of 3D engraving. The lower half of each solid silver dial features engraved detail with subtle variations in depth, encased in a polished layer of transparent grand feu enamel. With vibrant colours and an exquisite play of light the dials possess a real sense of three dimensional depth.
De Rijke & Co. continue to work with a highly experienced craftsman in the UK, a specialist in the production and restoration of exquisite enamel work. Production of the highly detailed engraved case backs is carried out in house, with the lengthy process of hand finishing and assembly also carried out at the De Rijke atelier.
Guy Allen
A freelance illustrator for over twenty years, Guy Allen specialises in automotive and horological illustration. His high profile clients include Porsche, Aston Martin, BMW and Phillips Fine Watches, alongside a growing list of museums, institutions and publishers across the world.
Technical specifications
De Rijke & Co. x Guy Allen Series 2
Amazon, Sahara, Turini
Each of the three designs is limited to 50 pieces
Case
- Material: Ceramic case which can be rotated through 90 degrees
- Diameter: 38.20 mm
- Thickness: 11 mm
- Glass: Sapphire crystal
- Water-resistant to 50 meters
Dial and hands
- Champlevé enamel dials with a base of 925 silver, made entirely in house.
- 3D engraving to the lower half of the dial under transparent grand feu enamel.
Movement
- Sellita SW300 movement in a high grade execution
- Self-winding mechanism with ball bearing
- Stop second device
- Number of jewels: 25
- Frequency: 4 Hz, 28’800 vibrations per hour
Functions/Indications
- Hour, minute and sweep centre second hands.
Strap and buckle
- Rubber strap
- Quick release strap (lug width of 18mm)
MSRP: EUR 4'595 (excl. taxes)
For more information, please visit derijkeandco.com
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