Extra Terrestrial

As a nod to the incredible role that the moon played in the development of our sophisticated timing and calendar systems, we have for ages featured moon phase indication complications on our clocks and later wrist watches.No doubt there is a certain romance about having a visual indicator on one’s wrist that displays the current phase of the moon. For many people the information is quite useful, but in today’s world the complication is more honorary. At the same time, when you mix the complex and precise nature of a “true moon phase” indication system with today’s sophisticated mechanics, interesting things are possible.

Just as is the case with the moon phase indicator on the Arnold & Son True Moon Meteorite watch, high-end timepieces tend to make a point out of precision. Look on the dial of most moon phase indicating watches and they will point out that the phase of the moon is 29 and a half days. In reality the phase of the moon is closer to 29 days, 12 hours, and 44 minutes. Taking in to account this extra time, the Caliber A1788 automatic movement that the True Moon Meteorite watch is based on delivers a truer level of precision – which is the basis of the name of the watch. The movement also features a unique system for indicating a very accurate depiction of the moon during waxing and waning periods.