Titan Watches Births A New Universe

Celestial elements descended in Mumbai city as Titan Watches launched its highly anticipated Stellar 2.0 collection for the upcoming festive season.  Building on the remarkable success of last year's cosmic-inspired timepieces, Stellar 2.0 takes horological artistry to new frontiers, offering a mesmerizing journey through the cosmos. Inspired by the celestial canvas, this new collection reminisces humanity's enduring fascination with the sky, capturing the beauty of cosmic wonders through intricate designs and innovative materials.

Featuring 13 exquisite timepieces, the collection sets new benchmarks in Indian watchmaking with its focus on three key features: movements, materials, and functionality. Titan’s in-house automatic movements, including open heart, multi-function, sun-moon, and moon-phase powers the complexities of the functions while offering unparalleled precision. The innovative integration of rare earth materials- Kambaba Jasper, Aventurine, Tiger Eye, and the ancient Muonionalusta meteorite elevates the wrist to realm of celestial splendor, making each watch a spectacular journey through the cosmos. In terms of functionality, the collection features captivating intricacies such as Moon-Phase indicators and Sun-Moon displays, artfully portraying the evolving phases of the moon and the magical inter-play of light between day and night. 

Present at the launch was Chief Marketing Officer Ranjani Krishnaswamy who unveiled the collection giving the audience a taste of what was to follow. Head of Design, Mahendra Chauhan gave a detailed description of the entire process behind the production of the watches. The highlight of the evening was a chat with CK Venkataraman, MD, Titan Company Limited where he shared, “Over the years, Titan has embarked on a remarkable journey defined by premiumization, innovation and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Stellar 2.0 embodies Titan’s evolution and unwavering dedication to horological excellence. With this collection, we sought to create unique timepieces using rare earth materials, alongside our in-house movements, including the first-ever multifunction calibre, which intends to set new benchmarks in Indian watchmaking. It also reflects our deep understanding of the discerning premium consumer who seeks not just functionality but also an elevated sense of style and novelty in their timepieces. The collection reaffirms our commitment to unparalleled quality and visionary design, drawing from the celestial wonders that inspire us to consistently, push the boundaries of watchmaking and elevate Indian horology to new horizons on the world stage.” 

Mahendra Chauhan shared, “With this collection, we wanted to do something new and unexpected. The best way we could do this was through rare materials. This is where elements like meteorites, aventurine and Kambaba Jasper come into play. We have ensured that we use only certified materials in our watches and also provide this certificate to buyers who purchase these watches. This certificate bears the CEO’s signature so one can be assured of its authenticity.”   

Titan Stellar 2.0 has also unveiled three limited edition masterpieces that are sure to delight, both watch enthusiasts and collectors. The crown jewel of the collection, Titan Astra Meteorite Automatic is a true celestial marvel. This watch incorporates a dial made from a 120,000-year-old Muonionalusta meteorite, bringing a tangible piece of the cosmos to your wrist. The dial features unique Widmanstätten patterns that provides a glimpse into cosmic evolution, making each watch truly one-of-a-kind. An open-heart window showcases the Titan in-house automatic movement, while hands filled with lume ensure both clarity and brilliance. Encased in sapphire crystal and adorned with a plated crown is finished with a premium croco leather strap, seamlessly blending celestial allure with refined elegance. This variant is limited to 300 pieces. 

What did the watch enthusiast community think?

“I liked three models in particular- the meteorite dial watch, aventurine dial watch and the limited edition Titan Caelum Multifunction Automatic watch. Titan has really come a long way ever since their first mechanical watch launch. Today, we see the Titan Edge Mechanical watch which is doing so well. I think they are going in the right direction,” comments Subodh Khanolkar, a watch enthusiast. 

The Titan Caelum Tiger Eye Automatic showcases nature's artistry with its multilayered dial crafted from natural rare earth Tiger Eye stone. It showcases a rich, golden-brown colorway with and embodies the dynamic interplay of light and shadow found in celestial phenomena. Its lume hands ensure brilliant visibility, while the knurled enamel crown adds a touch of tactile sophistication. Protected by sapphire glass and enhanced with luxurious croco leather straps, this square timepiece harmonizes natural elegance with meticulous craftsmanship.

Sharing his thoughts on the newly launched collection Abhikaam Dixit from All About Horology says, “The new collection is breaking boundaries and it's something that is far more collectible than what we have seen in the past. This will allow a lot of new enthusiasts to explore the watches and grow along with brand, exploring the unexplored.”

Completing the trio is the Titan Caelum Multifunction Automatic watch, crafted with grade 5 titanium, showcasing Titan's first-ever in-house automatic multifunction movement. The beautifully decorated sun-moon and date disc adds an extra layer of celestial wonder and is limited to 500 pieces. The luminous hands and sectoral lume indices ensure a symphonically blending style and functionality making it a true collector's item.

Commenting on the collection, vintage watch collector Dr Samir Shah says, “First of all, it’s a huge sense of pride that an Indian company is venturing into the mechanical and automatic watch space. Not just that, but they are using fantastic materials and techniques such as meteorite, Côtes de Genève and so on in the manufacturing of these watches. All these watches are fitted with an inhouse movement and an affordable price making it a great achievement for Titan.”