WESSEX WATCHES
DYNAMIC WESSEX
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hile so many new and experienced collectors search for
watches with movement “X” inside, the reality is that in
almost every case the dial is the first thing on a watch that
grabs your attention, or the attention of those around you.
This is where the new brand out of the UK, Wessex Watches
based in Wiltshire England has staked their claim. Founded by
Jamie Boyd, Wessex watches creates a dial that creates the
impression of hand-engraving by mastering a new manufacturing
technique that bridges the gap between individually hand engraved
dials that can cost thousands of dollars each, and mass produced
dials stamped out by the thousands for pennies apiece.
Handsome to the naked eye, Wessex dials look even more
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impressive under closer scrutiny. While the overall patterns and
depth of engraving look great at first glance, break out your loupe
and you’ll be able to not only appreciate the finesse of the engraved
images or patterns, but you’ll also see miniscule variations similar
to a truly hand-engraved example. Clearly these are not the result
of a 5,000 lb press stamping some faux guilloche’ pattern into
hundreds of dials per hour. Crafted from brass, bronze or solid
silver, each Wessex dial is in fact individually crafted and for
those that want the next level of personalization they can also be
embellished with enamel for added panache.
If you’re going to these great lengths to come up with a new