REALITY OF TIME
REALITY OF TIME
The Limited Edition X Vianney Halter
A limited edition of 20 pieces created to celebrate
the 10th Anniversary of The Limited Edition
Exclusively available at The Limited Edition
Name: Reality of Time
Limited Edition: 20 pieces
Functions: hour, minute, second
Size: 39mm diameter, 8.2mm
thickness (11.85mm with glass)
Case: Titanium and 18Kt rose gold rivets
Dial: Anthracite titanium with micro
blasted center and brushed outer ring,
rose gold numerals and details
Hands: Rose gold treated fountain pen nib style
Case back: Sapphire
Movement: VH122
Balance frequency: 21’600 v.p.h.
Jewels: 30 rubies
Winding: automatic, fitted with
the patented VH « mysterious »
winding mass
Power reserve: 56 hours
Water resistant: 30m
Strap: Dark grey calfskin leather with titanium pin buckle
Let’s celebrate independent watchmaking and the ones who support it!
Creating watches is not just a matter of objects and mechanics; above all, it is about sharing and human relationships. Without the synergies between the various players in the watchmaking world accompanied by the support of watch aficionados, artisans would not be able to continue developing their art. Pietro Tomajer understood that when he was laying the groundwork for The Limited Edition in 2015. Since the early days, he was profoundly inspired by the early pioneer watchmakers including Vianney Halter—not just for his approach to watchmaking, but for his philosophy, personality, and his courage to remain true to his artistic vision.
Pietro also saw in Vianney a kindred spirit—someone who challenges norms, breaks boundaries, and injects fun into a field often dominated by rigid tradition. This spirit of disruption and joy became a cornerstone of The Limited Edition’s overall identity.
The creative direction of this project was led by Amr Sindi, The Horophile, known in the watch world for his deep passion and understanding of independent horology. His vision of the design and refined aesthetic, challenged Vianney to reinterpret his signature steampunk style through a dark and contemporary yet smooth and elegant lens. The result is a timepiece that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
To physically interpret the essence of Amr and Pietro's requests, this watch crystalised two perspectives from Vianney Halter. The volumes and proportions of the case, glass, and dials come from the new «Art Deco Metropolis» design, but the aesthetic details, rivets, lugs, and crown are a legacy of the original «Classic». « Reality of Time » is the only model that offers this combination.
The choice of finishes and colors by Amr Sindi and Pietro Tomajer also supports this idea of a contemporary and elegant reinterpretation. The titanium case is given, for the first time, a raw matte finish, contrasted by the polised rose gold rivets on the bezel and crown. The dial, rendered in a rich and intense dark grey, creates a dramatic contrast with the gold chapter ring and painted powdery gold numerals, enhancing depth and sophistication.On the patented « mysterious » winding mass, each of us can read: « Le temps n'a qu'une réalité, celle de l'instant. » (time has only one reality, that of the moment), a quote from Gaston Bachelard, French philosopher of science, poetry, education, and time. It is written in French, the common language of the three creators of this model. This quote illustrates the suspended moment of the present: a metaphor for the watch's mixed aesthetics and the good times shared with friends.
«Reality of Time» is an artifact suspended between two times and two origins.