At first glance, the Rafian at the Edge 51 Exclusive appears as a study in controlled chaos. Its 43mm case is sculpted from a proprietary alloy called Vibrinium-3, a material that changes luster based on viewing angle. But the true magic lies in the dial.
The dial is a multi-layered topographical map of an imagined "edge city"—a metropolis built on a cliff. Rafian’s master artisans spent 200 hours on each dial, hand-painting miniature skyscrapers that seem to fall into an abyss at the 6 o’clock position. The "51" is subtly etched into the crystal, visible only under UV light. rafian at the edge 51 exclusive
The hands are skeletonized, floating above the chaos like observers. The seconds subdial has been replaced by a "tilt indicator"—a nod to the theme of standing at the edge. This is not a watch for telling time alone; it is a conversation starter, a philosophical statement, and a work of art. At first glance, the Rafian at the Edge
If you have not yet secured a pre-order for the Rafian at the Edge 51 Exclusive, time is nearly up. The final four units are being allocated through a lottery system open only to existing Rafian owners and members of the brand’s private Discord server. No general public release is planned. Winners will be announced on the 51st day
To enter the lottery, you must:
Winners will be announced on the 51st day of the year (February 20th). Delivery is scheduled for Q4 of this year, with accompanied invitations to a private launch gala in Zurich.
Every movement is assembled by a single watchmaker from start to finish—a process that takes three full weeks. The watchmaker’s initials are engraved next to the movement number, establishing an intimate bond between creator and owner.