American watch retailer Hodinkee has partnered with Swiss watchmaker Swatch to introduce a new timepiece inspired by The Stoplight, which was first released in 1990. The new model has been named The Sistem51 Hodinkee Stoplight Neon Remix.
Features of the sleek new wristwatch include a 42mm blue semi-transparent case with a die-cut dial and an exposed pointer date disc. In addition, the watch is powered by Swatch's innovative Sistem51 automatic movement, which delivers a power reserve of up to 90 hours.
As a whole, the updated Spotlight model offers users a complex mediation on time that remixes vintage references while still providing contemporary elements. No doubt, this unconventional model is sure to inspire curiosity in those shoppers interested in acquiring a one-of-kind timepiece.
Remixed '90s-Era Watches
Hodinkee and Swatch Unveil the The Sistem51 Hodinkee Stoplight Neon Remix
Trend Themes
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Industry Implications
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