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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.

Richard Mille

The brand Richard Mille was founded in 2001 by the French businessman Richard Mille and Dominique Guenat, Richard had a background in the watch industry. 

Richard Mille watches are known for their unique and avant-garde approach to watchmaking. They are often made using unconventional materials, such as carbon fiber, titanium, and ceramics, which make them lightweight and durable. The brand also incorporates advanced complications and movement designs into their watches, resulting in highly accurate and complex timepieces.

One of the defining features of Richard Mille watches is their distinctive tonneau-shaped cases, which have become an iconic element of the brand's design language. The watches are often characterized by their skeletonized dials, which showcase the intricate movement and components within.

Richard Mille watches are sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide due to their exclusivity and limited production numbers. The brand has collaborated with various sports personalities, such as Rafael Nadal and Felipe Massa, to create specialized timepieces that can withstand the rigors of their respective sports.

 

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