Industrial 3D-Printed Watches

The Fellman Watch Co. Makes Custom Watch Designs

Fellman Watch Co. is offering a limited-edition watch as part of its Kickstarter release. This model includes a watch that is 3D printed in steel. It has limited the series to only 20 pieces, most of which are already sold out. The 3D printing creates an industrial and unique look you will not find in any other watch. You can clearly see each layer of the printing process. As standard with Fellman Watch Co. timepieces, this watch will include a Swiss quartz movement, a sapphire crystal and is hand-assembled in the USA.

The Limited Edition uses the dame manufacturing method Fellman Watch Co. has used in all its prototypes. The early models have been all over the world in demanding, outdoor conditions and has held up nicely. To expand on the exclusivity, this version also includes a laser-etched dial and can be customized with any image the customer chooses. The 3D printing and custom laser etching allows for customers to design a watch that is unique and made just for them. The Limited Edition price is only $199.
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