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Gear-Exposed Timepieces

The Refined Hardware Harbinger Watch Exposes its Beauty

— March 3, 2013 — Fashion
The Harbinger Watch by Refined Hardware is quite the sight to behold, as it exposes the inner gears for a brilliant visual display.

It is made from aerospace titanium, steel and a black alligator strap. It possesses a raw, yet flawless metalwork look that is sure to capture attention. The clockface is contained by a cage-like encasing filled with rugged looking rivets.

What makes this watch by Refined Hardware even more special is that it will be part of a limited edition run and each will be built entirely by a separate watchmaker. A minimal total of 125 of these beauties will be made, so if your wrist yearns to be strapped by it you better act fast.
Trend Themes
1. Gear-exposed Timepieces - The trend of showcasing inner gears in timepieces and using unique materials presents opportunities for luxury watch brands to appeal to a growing market of consumers seeking one-of-a-kind, visually striking accessories.
2. Limited Edition Runs - The popularity of limited edition runs provides an opportunity for luxury brands to create high-end, exclusive products that cater to a niche market of discerning consumers seeking unique, rare items.
3. Rugged Industrial Aesthetics - The rising popularity of rugged industrial aesthetics in luxury fashion presents an opportunity for both established and emerging brands to offer unique, edgy pieces that appeal to a growing market of fashion-forward consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Luxury Watches - The trend towards unique, visually striking timepieces made from unique materials and featuring exposed gears presents an opportunity for luxury watch brands to appeal to a wider, younger demographic who are seeking more unconventional accessories.
2. Luxury Fashion - The trend towards rugged, industrial aesthetics offers an opportunity for luxury fashion brands to create edgy, one-of-a-kind pieces that appeal to a growing market of fashion-forward consumers seeking unique, standout pieces.
3. Handmade Goods - The popularity of limiting production runs and using artisanal techniques creates an opportunity for handmade goods brands to offer unique, high-end products that cater to a consumer market seeking authenticity and exclusivity.
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