The Speake-Marin Dual Time Terracotta represents a bold departure for the independent Geneva-based manufacture within the Piccadilly collection. With its striking terracotta orange accents contrasting against micro-blasted rhodium bridges and openworked architecture, this dual time complication showcases everything that makes Speake-Marin one of the most compelling voices in contemporary independent watchmaking.
Things to Know About the Watch
Available in both 38 mm and 42 mm case sizes, the Dual Time Terracotta features Speake-Marin's signature "Piccadilly" case design entirely crafted in grade 5 polished-brushed titanium. The lightweight titanium construction ensures remarkable comfort on the wrist while maintaining the presence expected from a sophisticated dual time piece. The watch is delivered on either a white rubber strap with titanium pin buckle or green grained leather—both excellent options depending on your preference.
The openworked multi-layer dial immediately commands attention. A frosted hand-finished plate receives an orange terracotta positive PVD coating that creates the watch's distinctive warmth. Against this backdrop, rhodium-plated and micro-blasted skeletonized bridges feature mirror-polished bevels on both the barrel and oscillating weight, creating exceptional depth and visual interest. This level of hand-finishing is rarely seen at this price point in independent watchmaking.
The second time zone displays on a 24-hour indication at 9 o'clock with a two-tone black and white layout for intuitive day/night reading. Arabic numerals filled with matte grey SuperLumiNova emit an orange glow on the black semi-arc—a thoughtful detail that ties the luminescence to the terracotta theme. The dual time hand itself features matching matte grey SuperLumiNova with orange emission.
Between 1 and 2 o’clock, you'll find both the small seconds indicator with orange terracotta PVD coating and five-second intervals marked with light grey SuperLumiNova, plus a retrograde date with black PVD treatment and Arabic numerals in matte grey lacquer. The minute flange receives circular finishing with black PVD treatment, while five-minute markers are filled with grey matte SuperLumiNova emitting blue light—creating a sophisticated interplay of orange and blue luminescence depending on lighting conditions.
The Movement
Powering this timepiece is Speake-Marin's in-house manufacture automatic calibre SMA02 with fully integrated micro-rotor. At 34 mm casing diameter and just 7.15mm thick without hands, this movement demonstrates impressive engineering. The 273-component calibre beats at 28,800 vph with 36 jewels, delivering a respectable 52-hour power reserve when fully wound.
The finishing showcases exceptional attention to detail with a black rhodium-plated and microbeaded mainplate, while bridges receive black rhodium plating with hand-beveled edges and Côtes de Genève motif featuring precise 1.5 mm stripes. The tungsten micro-rotor gets terracotta-orange positive PVD coating on its microbeaded topping tool, with all inscriptions beautifully engraved. This level of movement decoration rivals manufactures charging significantly more.
On the Wrist & Price
The Speake-Marin Dual Time Terracotta succeeds in creating a genuinely distinctive aesthetic within the crowded dual time category. The terracotta orange accents feel fresh without being gimmicky, while the openworked architecture provides transparency into the beautifully finished movement.
For collectors seeking independent watchmaking with genuine character and technical sophistication, this represents compelling value.
Sticker Price CHF 31,900—approx USD 40,200—for the 38 mm model and CHF 32,400—approx USD 40,900—for the 42 mm model. For more info on Speake-Marin click here.
