Junghans: Capturing the unique
Press release
Schramberg, February 2017
Capturing the unique
Simply and clearly designed, the FORM C by Junghans captures those key times.
Seize the moment
Everyone is familiar with events that influence their life. Events such as time records in sport, a key exam at university or a concert by a favourite artist. Because nothing is as precious as time – one reason to present it so attractively. The new FORM C by Uhrenfabrik Junghans combines con-sistent design with sporty functionality. A timepiece that is present at every moment in life and succeeds in "making time stand still for a moment".
Distinctiveness in form
The FORM C is designed according to clear and simple principles – time is paramount. The mod-ern, austere design of the timepiece offers scope for a remarkable three-dimensionality. This is established via a concave dial and rec-tangular minute markers. Similarly concave, recessed subdials extend the depth of gaze, whilst the stop minute and stop hour are united in the totaliser at 12 o'clock. Water resistant to 5 bar and equipped with a robust sapphire crystal glass, the FORM C can withstand all demands of everyday life. A coloured design element is evident on closer observation of the two models. The finely-co-ordinated colouring of the minute markers is reflected in the contrasting seam of the underlayer – small, surprising details that illustrate the fascination of the Form Chronoscope. The FORM C from Junghans – for people who value time.
Junghans – The German watch
Junghans was founded in the Black Forest town of Schramberg in 1851. Over 150 years of expertise in precision and design is reflected in memorable milestones: In 1093 Junghans was the largest watch manufacturer in the world, with over 3,000 employees. The development of precision movements made the company the largest German manufacturer of chronometers in 1951 and the third largest worldwide in 1956. In 1972 Junghans was the official timekeeper of the Olympic Games in Munich, setting new standards in timekeeping. After an eventful and turbulent company history, the Schramberg entrepreneurs Dr. Hans-Jochem and Hannes Steim became the new owners of the venerable company in 2009. Each watch is produced in Schramberg with great attention to detail, technological expertise and high standards of design and quality. The collection comprises charismatic timepieces: The Meister watches, which have been produced since the 1930s, reflect the history and present of the company. In 1956 Max Bill designed watches that have become absolute classics. Distinguished by the Bauhaus philosophy, they are still produced today in nearly unchanged form. Junghans set new standards in 1990 with the invention of the radio-controlled wristwatch – a technology that is still used today, in combination with environ-mentally-friendly solar power. A wide variety of technology as unique as the watches bearing the star.