Shiro Kara Vintage Sapphire (SKVS) Diver: Red Snake 2/3

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Sold to: Lawrence D 🇺🇸  2/6/25

Ref no. SKVS1 8211X

Unit no: 2nd

This dial holds a special place in my journey as a watchmaker. It was one of the very first dials I created my third dial, to be exact and now, it has finally come to life as a complete timepiece.

2/3 Shiro Kara Vintage Sapphire: Red Snake
(named in honor of 2025, the Year of the Snake)

Only three units of this timepiece in this dial format will ever exist. this specific watch photographed is the 2/3 as I have personally kept the first unit and add it to my collection. It may come as a surprise but I don't personally own a version of every SHIRO KARA timepiece that i make and a handful of them out there are 1 of 1 commissioned pieces. 

This version features the phrase "NANA KOROBI YAOKI" (七転び八起き) a classic Japanese proverb meaning: "Fall down seven times, get up eight."

For those familiar with the phrase, you might notice an intentional distinction—the first part is separated, rather than written as one continuous line when romanized. This design choice makes this edition even more unique, setting it apart from future versions, which will feature the phrase in its traditional, continuous form.

Design & Inspiration
This timepiece is a fusion of elements from the Rlx 1680 and 16610, blending vintage and modern influences seamlessly. It features:

  • Sapphire crystal for durability
  • Magnification cyclops for enhanced readability
  • A red "Sub" line for that classic vintage appeal
  • Applied markers to bring depth and refinement

The result is a watch that bridges different eras, capturing the essence of timeless design while standing out. This have become one of my personal favorites to date.

*This and the other unit of this watch has been sold prior to its official website launch. And is now here just to showcase and serves as the first model under the Shiro kara Vintage Sapphire collection. 

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SPECIFICATION

Case Material: 904L Stainless Steel

Case Diameter: 39.5 mm

Lug to lug: 48mm

Bracelet: 20mm hollow endlink oyster bracelet

Thickness: 16 mm with domed glass / 11.5 mm

Lug width: 20mm

Bezel Insert: Aluminum - All Vintage watch is with aluminum Bezel

Glass: Sapphire Crystal

Dial finish: Gloss finish: handcrafted Vintage Aging effect

Movement: NH35 Automatic (Hacking, Winding)

Date Function:  Yes

Power Reserve: 41hrs

Crown: Screw-down

Water Resistance: Minimum of 100m

Ref No: Guide Breakdown

Date Function: With date = 1, without date = 0

Crystal option: Acrylic domed = 7, Sapphire = 8

Case Material: Stainless Steel = 2, Black PVD = 3

Colors: 

  • Black = 1
  • Blue = 2
  • Grey = 3
  • Brown = 4
  • Red = 5
  • Green = 6
  • Orange = 7
  • White = 8
  • Purple = 9
  • Brushed Steel = 0

Hands: 

  • Mercedes hands = X
  • Sword hands = Y
  • Snowflake Hands = Z
  • Baton Hands  = A
  • SK hands = S
  • Arrow hands = D

Sequence: Version > Date/no date > Crystal > Case > Bezel Color > Dial Color > hands.