Awake has introduced two new watches, T-Rex and Raptors, in the Awake Jurassic Watch T-REX Edition series, which combine Vietnamese art with Swiss precision and movie nostalgia. The limited edition of 50 pieces is sure to delight watch and dinosaur lovers.
If you've ever dreamed of wearing a piece of Jurassic Park on your wrist, the French brand is the Awake has made this dream a reality. With a new limited edition watch series – the Awake Jurassic Watch T-REX Edition, inspired by the 1993 cult film, they have created timepieces that combine art, technology and film nostalgia.
When Vietnamese art meets Swiss precision
Both hours, T-Rex and Raptors, are based on the Sơn Mài technique, a traditional Vietnamese art of lacquering. Creating each dial requires between 10 and 15 hours of meticulous work, including the application of silver leaf and multiple layers of lacquer to achieve depth and shine. The color shades – fiery orange for the T-Rex and deep green for the Raptor – are not chosen at random; they are inspired by the eye colors of the dinosaurs in the film.
Details that bring dinosaurs to life
There are also subtle details on the dials: the T-Rex has two claw-like scars reminiscent of its distinctive forelimbs, while the Raptors display three scars, a nod to the film’s famous kitchen scene. The caseback is engraved with famous quotes from the film, such as “Spared No Expense” and “Life Finds a Way,” as well as jungle motifs that further emphasize the theme.
Stripes that even dinosaurs would envy
The watch straps are made of scaly salmon leather, treated to mimic the look of dinosaur skin. The orange strap for the T-Rex and the green one for the Raptor have an iridescent sheen that changes depending on the angle of the light. They are lined with calfskin for added comfort.
Technical specifications
- Housing: 39 mm, recycled 316L stainless steel
- Thickness: 11.8mm
- Glass: sapphire with anti-reflective coating
- Water resistance: 50 m
- Mechanism: La Joux-Perret G101, automatic, 68 hours reserve
- Luminescence: BGW9 Super-LumiNova
- Tape: salmon leather with iridescent finish
- Price: 2.075 €
- Limited edition: 50 pieces of each model
Conclusion
Awake has created the perfect synergy between art, technology and movie nostalgia with the T-Rex and Raptors watches. For fans of watches, dinosaurs or both, these watches are a real treat. But beware: with only 50 pieces of each model, they will quickly disappear from the shelves. If you want your own piece of Jurassic Park on your wrist, now is the time to buy.
