Get ready for this name, because it's a mouthful: the Mysterious Automatic Double Axis Tourbillon. Not only that, the watch contraption seems just as complicated as its name!
Designed by Thomas Prescher, the Mysterious Automatic Double Axis Tourbillon seems pretty darn mysterious. Although it may not look like it, the Tourbillon does tell time. Its steampunk appearance, however, is more art than science. Honestly, it may seem like there is another function to this bizarre design, but it's seems to be all about looks! That said, I suggest you take click through the gallery above.
Complicated Time-Tellers
The Mysterious Automatic Double Axis Tourbillon by Thomas Prescher
Trend Themes
1. Complicated Time-tellers - The trend of incorporating complicated designs and aesthetic elements into time-telling devices offers opportunities for innovations in both the luxury fashion and technology industries.
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3. Mechanical Tourbillon Movements - The growing trend of mechanical tourbillon movements in watches presents an opportunity for innovation in the luxury timepiece industry, particularly for brands that can offer unique and highly-crafted designs.
Industry Implications
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