TIME TRAVEL
Even haute horlogerie cannot escape retro video gaming’s charms.
For a brand that’s made a name crafting watches containing moon dust, volcanic rock and even parts of a DeLorean DMC-12 (the same car model used in Back to the Future), it’s unsurprising that Romain Jerome would turn to retro video games for inspiration.
This is a watchmaker that knows how to have fun with horology. New for 2017 is the RJ X Donkey Kong, which borrows its design from the 1981 Nintendo game. The dial depicts a typical game level, with engraved pixellated effect for depth. Mario, Donkey Kong and other game elements have been brought to life in handpainted enamel. Limited to 81 pieces.