Ressence

Ressence is a contemporary luxury watch brand that was founded in 2010 by Belgian industrial designer Benoît Mintiens. The company is renowned for its innovative approach to horology, blending artistry and engineering to redefine traditional watchmaking conventions. Ressence's signature lies in its unique display system, known as the Ressence Orbital Convex System (ROCS), which features rotating discs instead of conventional hands. This design delivers a sleek, modern look that sets it apart from traditional watches.

The brand's inaugural model, Zero Series, launched in 2010, immediately caught the attention of horology enthusiasts and industry insiders. Ressence's commitment to reimagining timekeeping was further solidified with the introduction of the Type 1 in 2014, which earned accolades for its seamless integration of the ROCS display with the watch's domed sapphire crystal.

In 2015, Ressence unveiled the Type 3, a groundbreaking timepiece that featured a revolutionary oil-filled dial. This innovation not only enhanced legibility by eliminating reflections but also created a visually striking three-dimensional effect. The Type 3 received the Horological Revelation Prize at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) in the same year, establishing Ressence's reputation as an industry disruptor.

Another landmark achievement came in 2016 with the release of the Type 5, the first mechanical diver's watch with an oil-filled dial. This model achieved an impressive water resistance rating of 100 meters and was met with widespread acclaim for pushing the boundaries of traditional diving watch design.

In 2020, Ressence celebrated its 10th anniversary with the launch of the Type 1 Slim X, a limited-edition model that showcased the brand's continued evolution. This timepiece featured a distinctive blue dial with a gradient finish, embodying Ressence’s philosophy of blending form and function.

Ressence remains at the forefront of modern watchmaking, consistently pushing the envelope with its inventive designs and groundbreaking mechanical innovations. The brand continues to captivate the horological world with its fresh perspective on telling time.