The Summit Collection: A Strong First Step for New Brand Earthen

Earthen Company is one of the freshest names to enter the watch market, founded in Hong Kong in 2025 by a group of passionate collectors and enthusiasts. Co-founder Jonathan Chan, also a key figure behind The Horology Club, explains that the team approached this project as collectors first, not as traditional watchmakers.

The result is a debut that doesn’t chase trends but instead offers something unique, a series of ceramic, field- and pilot-inspired watches at an accessible price point. With the launch of the Summit Collection, it’s clear Earthen intends to make an impression from day one.

Dubois-Depraz

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Dubois-Depraz is a component manufacturer located in the Vallee de Joux in Switzerland, specializing in the production of modules that enhance the functionality of watch movements, particularly in chronographs and calendar mechanisms. They play a significant role in the Swiss watchmaking industry as a supplier to renowned watch brands such as Audemars Piguet, Richard Mille, and Rolex.

At their factory, Dubois-Depraz meticulously tests and assembles watch movement modules, a process that requires precision and can take several months to complete. These modules are designed to be added to the base movements to provide additional features and complications to the watches. By collaborating with famous watch brands, Dubois-Depraz contributes to the production of high-quality watches that incorporate advanced chronograph and calendar mechanisms.

Despite the complexity involved in creating watch movement modules, the company has developed efficient practices that allow them to produce over 100,000 modules annually. This demonstrates their ability to meet the industry's requirements and deliver high-quality components to their customers.