The Wristwatch Field Guide

Ressence Type 1 Round

The Ressence Type 1 Round is a current-production watch with a grade 5 titanium case, finished with brushed and polished. At 64 g it sits among the lighter watches in the guide, and is priced well above the $1,500 median across the guide. Nothing touching the skin is nickel-bearing steel, verified across the case, caseback and bracelet.

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Price
$26,100
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 5
Weight
64 g (with strap)
Type
Other
Case diameter
42.7 mm
Thickness
11 mm
Origin
Belgium
Movement
Self-winding, customized ETA 2892 base driving the ROCS 1.3 module; crownless, caseback setting
Caliber
ETA 2892 + ROCS 1.3
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Brushed and polished
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Yes
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Crystal
Domed sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Black, night blue, multicolour; rose-gold-dial Type 1 RG (70 pc) is a titanium-cased variant
Dial colours
Black Blue
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Water resistance, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet, Lume
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Ressence (maker)
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Ressence Type 1 Round nickel-free?

Yes. Nothing nickel-bearing touches the skin: a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback, plus a non-steel crown and strap. The Wristwatch Field Guide marks it nickel-free for whole-watch skin contact. If your allergy is severe, confirm the contact points with the maker.

What is the case material of the Ressence Type 1 Round?

The Ressence Type 1 Round has a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Ressence Type 1 Round?

It is 42.7 mm in diameter, 11 mm thick.

How much does the Ressence Type 1 Round weigh?

About 64 g (w/ strap).

How much does the Ressence Type 1 Round cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $26,100.

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