Introducing Ahmed Seddiqi x Chronoswiss Strike Two UAE Edition

Independent watchmaking tends to shine brightest when it’s built on real partnerships, and for Chronoswiss, the UAE has never been about chasing volume or following trends, but about a shared respect for craftsmanship, individuality, and modern expression. That common ground has led to the very first collaboration between Chronoswiss and the Emirati giant Ahmed Seddiqi, a milestone partnership that sets the foundation for future creative dialogue and gave rise to the Strike Two Ahmed Seddiqi 75th Anniversary Edition we saw last year.

Chronoswiss is defined by its commitment to regulator displays, visible mechanics, and hand-finished details, all approached through a distinctly architectural design language. The Strike Two collection embodies this philosophy in its most contemporary form, translating the brand’s signature regulator concept into a refined and carefully balanced layout. Following the first collaboration, the Strike Two UAE Edition continues this creative dialogue, introducing a design language shaped by place and culture. Created exclusively for the UAE and limited to just 15 pieces, this edition is produced specifically for the local market.

The stainless steel case measures 40 mm in diameter with a thickness of 12.7 mm. Its polished surfaces are complemented by Chronoswiss’ signature fluted decorative ring along the caseband. Turning the watch over reveals a sapphire crystal caseback, offering an unobstructed view of the movement. Water resistance is rated at 30 meters, aligning the watch with everyday wear.

The dial is where the UAE Edition distinguishes itself most clearly. Warm tones inspired by desert light are paired with a deep green lower layer, subtly echoing the colors of the UAE landscape. The horizontal regulator layout separates time into three distinct elements, with minutes displayed centrally, hours positioned at 3 o’clock, and a small seconds subdial at 9 o’clock. Leaf-shaped hands move across the dial with elegance, while Super-LumiNova-treated indices ensure legibility as light fades.

The small seconds subdial is hand-guilloché in the Chronoswiss atelier, engraved line by line. The dial features Eastern Arabic numerals, exposed gearing, and a layered construction, with the brand’s name placed between 10 and 11 o’clock alongside the limited-edition numbering.

Powering the watch is the Chronoswiss Caliber C.6000, an automatic movement developed in-house. Operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4 Hz), it delivers a power reserve of 55 hours. The movement is finished with care, featuring ruthenium-plated components and a skeletonized tungsten rotor visible through the caseback.

The watch is paired with a brown nubuck leather strap, lined with red and black Alcantara. Limited to just 15 pieces and available exclusively through Ahmed Seddiqi, the price is AED 48,200.

For more information, visit Ahmed Seddiqi’s official website.