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URWERK LightSpeed Ceramic: the hour numeral follows sunlight

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UR-100V LightSpeed Ceramic uses satellite time indication. After leaving the minute arc, the satellite follows a scale of sunlight’s travel time to the planets; automatic UR 12.02 provides 48 hours of reserve.

Published 30 October 2026Announced 4 February 20263 min read
UR-100V LightSpeed Ceramic
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The essentials first

In one minute

Case43 × 51.73 × 14.55mm; 5 ATM
CalibreUR 12.02
Power reserve48 h

Why it is interesting

LightSpeed’s satellite continues telling a story after leaving the minute scale. The white case emphasises the depth and motion of the display.

Things to consider

The 51.73mm length and 14.55mm thickness require a fitting. A 48-hour reserve does not cover a whole Friday-to-Monday weekend.

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The model in detail

The hour numeral travels along a minute arc, showing both the hour and its progress. It then leaves that scale but remains an active character beside the planetary markers. In this model, presented on 4 February 2026, URWERK’s familiar kinematics gain another narrative.

The planetary scale mechanically visualises sunlight’s travel time from the Sun. It does not measure actual planetary positions or receive astronomical signals. For Earth, the brand uses 8.3 minutes. The change of the pointer’s role is intriguing: a working technical component becomes an invitation to think about distance.

LightSpeed Ceramic in profile shows its 14.55mm thickness and layered case character.Enlarge

LightSpeed Ceramic in profile shows its 14.55mm thickness and layered case character.

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Automatic UR 12.02 runs at 4Hz, with 40 jewels and 48 hours of reserve. Windfänger uses air resistance to control the winding rotor. The systems should not be confused: the turbine concerns replenishing energy, while the solar scale concerns indication. Two days off the wrist may require winding and resetting.

The white composite case, incorporating ceramic, glass and carbon constituents, surrounds a titanium inner container. Dimensions are 43 × 51.73 × 14.55mm, with 5 ATM water resistance. Length matters especially: a 43mm width does not guarantee a compact fit. The release lists CHF67,000 excluding taxes, an announcement price; current stock and offers require separate confirmation.

Sources

URWERK — official release, 4 February 2026www.urwerk.comURWERK — LightSpeed Ceramic press photographswww.urwerk.com