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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.

Nicolas Commergnat

Nicolas Commergnat, an independent watchmaker, has recently introduced his own watch brand bearing his name. His remarkable expertise in watch restoration has earned him widespread acclaim within the watchmaking community. Commencing his horological journey at the École d’Horlogerie de Genève, where he undertook an internship at Patek Philippe, Commergnat's career blossomed alongside Sven Andersen, the co-founder of AHCI and a distinguished master watchmaker. Additionally, he has made significant contributions as a restorer of antique pocket watches, with his work catching the attention of esteemed auction house Christie's, becoming his initial client in this prestigious field.

The first product to bear the Nicolas Commergnat name is the "Level One" watch, which marks the beginning of a series of watches for his brand. The Level One watch embodies extreme simplicity, attention to detail, and a timeless design, both visually and mechanically. Commergnat's vision for his brand revolves around creating watches that stand out for their craftsmanship and lasting appeal.

With his brand, Nicolas Commergnat combines his traditional watchmaking background with a forward-thinking approach to design and technology. His journey as an independent watchmaker has taken him from watch restoration to collaborating with prominent watch brands. Now, he steps into the spotlight with his own brand, adding a new chapter to his illustrious career in horology.