HYT's HASTROID Blue Star Arrives in a Rare Magnesium Case
And doused in a subtly metallic blue gradient.
Continuing to push new boundaries in watchmaking, HYT just released the HASTROID Blue Star time-teller. For this piece, the watchmaker decided to take on the challenge of crafting a case out of magnesium. Scarcely used in horology construction, magnesium is notoriously known as a rather difficult material to machine, despite being a very sturdy yet much lighter metal than the more commonly used titanium.
The unconventional case is doused in a subtly metallic, electric blue gradient that exudes a modern and futuristic appeal. Boasting a rather large 48mm case size, and 13.3mm thickness, the watch houses a new dial design that emphasizes legibility. This includes a newly-incorporated large central hand that’s coated in a tonal electric blue hue, while the rest of the dial aligns with HYT’s usual Space Age aesthetic influences.
Running inside the timepiece is the 501-CM manual-winding caliber, which can be can be observed through the openworked dial. It beats at the rate of 28,800 hourly vibrations, alongside a 70-hour of power reserve and 30 meters of water resistance. Accompanying the watch are two straps, comprising a black rubber option with tonal microfiber embossing, and a white rubber one with blue leather embossing and white topstitching.
The HASTROID Blue Star is released as a 20-piece limited-edition for the price of 79,000 CHF excluding taxes (approximately $881,612 USD). To enquire about its availability, head over to HYT’s official website for more information.
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