JUNGHANS MAX BILL AUTOMATIC 27/3502.02 German Bauhaus Watch Sapphire crystal

Junghans Germany 1861
$ 1,600.00

“Watches... as timeless as can be conceived without forgetting the time.” This quote by Max Bill exemplifies his aspiration for minimalism and modernity. The characteristic, logical layout of the dial is just one example of this design icon. And in order to not “forget the time”, the watch is wound automatically from energy generated by the wearer.

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"Watches… as timeless as can be conceived without forgetting the time." — Max Bill

Originally created in 1961 by the Bauhaus-trained artist and designer Max Bill, this modern automatic model is a distillation of his philosophy: clarity, function, and timeless simplicity. A design object you can wear.


Why It Matters

The Max Bill Automatic is a masterclass in minimalism. No date window, no extra features—just perfect proportions, intuitive legibility, and that indescribable sense of calm when everything is exactly where it should be.

A fan favorite for decades, this watch continues to prove that good design doesn't age—it evolves.


Key Features

• Movement: Self-winding Caliber J800.1 (based on ETA 2824-2) with 38-hour power reserve
• Case: 38 mm stainless steel, just 10 mm thin—streamlined and elegant
• Crystal: Double-domed sapphire with anti-reflective coating
• Dial: Matte silver with clean Arabic numerals and minimalist lume
• Water Resistance: 50 meters (5 ATM) – wear it without worry


The Wearing Experience

Slim and balanced, the Max Bill slips easily under a cuff yet never disappears on the wrist. The leather strap conforms quickly to the wearer, and the case back’s engraved Max Bill signature is a quiet nod to its origins.

"One of the most comfortable watches I’ve ever worn." — A longtime collector


Specifications

Movement: Junghans Caliber J800.1 (ETA 2824-2 base)
Power Reserve: 38 hours
Case Diameter: 38 mm
Case Thickness: 10 mm
Material: Stainless steel
Crystal: Domed sapphire with AR coating
Dial: Matte silver, luminous hour markers
Water Resistance: 50 m / 5 ATM
Strap: Genuine leather with stainless steel tang buckle
Special Features: Engraved caseback, Bauhaus design pedigree


For Design Lovers & Collectors Alike

The Max Bill Automatic isn’t just a watch—it’s an embodiment of restraint and purity. With every glance, it affirms the beauty of intentional design. A Bauhaus legend reimagined for contemporary wrists.


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