Pre-order now for delivery end of September/early October. The MING LW.01 Manual redefines what an ultra-light mechanical watch can be, standing among the lightest mechanical wristwatches ever created. Weighing just 8.8 grams (watch head only), this 38mm luxury timepiece delivers true wearable proportions without sacrificing structural integrity or tactile satisfaction. Developed over several years, the LW.01 originally was designed with a case to be made using WE43 Magnesium. However, Ming is so intent on pushing advanced materials engineering to its limits, that the brand ultimately ended up utilizing aerospace-grade AZ31 magnesium alloy for an extraordinary strength-to-weight ratio while preserving the cool touch and feel of metal. The reimagined case architecture integrates the dial and movement holder into a ribbed, ultra-thin structural component, reinforced by a rear support cage for maximum rigidity in an incredibly slim 6.5mm profile. Every detail has been optimized for extreme lightness and durability, from the plasma electrolytic oxidation surface treatment for corrosion resistance to the use of Corning Gorilla Glass 6 for reduced mass and high impact resilience. Even the screws, crown, and fixed lugs are engineered to minimize weight while maintaining reliability. Powered by a modified ETA 2000-based mechanical movement, the LW.01 offers refined simplicity with hours, minutes, and a running indicator, complemented by featherweight Alcantara and rubber straps. This is contemporary independent watchmaking at its most experimental: a high-performance, minimalist luxury mechanical watch engineered for collectors who appreciate innovation, exotic materials, and boundary-pushing horology. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONSFunctions- Hours- Minutes- Running indicatorMovement- Modified ETA 2000.M1Power reserve~36h power reserve at full windCase-38mm diameter, 6.5mm thickness- PEO treated AZ31 magnesium alloy case and dial; crown in anodized aluminum; screws in PEEK composite- Unique buttressed case construction with integral “dial”/movement holder- 20mm lug width with fixed bars- Ultralight: 8.8g head, 0.6g buckle, strap from 1.2gWater resistance25mDial & hands- Corning Gorilla Glass 6 crystal with hardening and antireflective treatment- Pulse seconds running indicatorStrap- 'Record’ single layer Alcantara strap by Jean Rousseau Paris, with signed AZ31 Magnesium buckle- Two-tone double layer Alcantara strap by Jean Rousseau Paris, with signed Aluminum buckle- Single layer natural rubber strap by Jean Rousseau Paris, with signed Aluminum buckle Oster Jewelers is Your Authorized MING Retail Partner
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