FounderFest: Seven Collaborative Watches

FounderFest: A New Kind of Watch Launch

In September 2026, USAONE WATCHES will host FounderFest, a unique event that blends a watch fair, collector gathering, and music festival. Held simultaneously in New York, London, and Melbourne, the festival brings independent watchmakers to the forefront, with live presentations, interviews, and performances replacing traditional booths. The centerpiece is a collection of seven exclusive watches, each inspired by the music that shaped the founders of these independent brands.

The Seven Collaborative Watches

Baltic Heures du Monde "Horizon Line"

Baltic's contribution is a travel-ready piece based on their compact Heures du Monde. It features a new forged-carbon dial, replacing the standard stone dials. The layered carbon creates a unique pattern on each watch, with blue and orange accents highlighting London, Melbourne, and New York on the world-time display. Powered by the automatic Soprod C125, it retains its 37mm size and 100m water resistance. Price: EUR 1,450.

Awake Son Mài Frosted Leaf "Ultraviolet"

Awake's dial specialist brings the Ultraviolet, built from layers of natural lacquer, silver leaf, and purple pigments. The surface shifts from near-black to vibrant violet depending on light. In a 38mm steel case with a Jean Rousseau Alcantara strap, it houses the La Joux-Perret G101 automatic with 68-hour power reserve. Price: EUR 2,400.

Furlan Marri "Songlines"

A second collaboration, Songlines features a lacquered chocolate dial with grained and circular brushing. The new three-link steel bracelet adds versatility, while a hunter-style caseback reveals a sapphire display back and the La Joux-Perret G100 movement. Earthy tones reflect the Australian landscape. Price: EUR 2,000.

Serica Ref. 7505 "Sunburst"

Serica refines its 7505 with a two-tone enamel dial inspired by vintage guitar sunburst finishes, fading to near-black at the edges. The 35mm case houses the chronometer-certified Soprod M100. With Bonklip bracelet and 200m water resistance, it remains a capable daily wearer. Price: EUR 1,190.

Beaucroft "The Punk"

Breaking the rules, The Punk pairs a black PVD-coated case with a translucent pink sapphire dial and matching display back. The striking contrast is powered by the slim Miyota 90S5 automatic. Water-resistant to 100m, on a black FKM rubber strap. Price: EUR 645.

echo/neutra Rivanera Piccolo "Rosa d'Epoca"

The smallest at 26mm, this grade 5 titanium case houses a Sellita SW100 automatic. A grey grained dial with antique-rose details is echoed in the suede strap stitching. Despite its size, it offers real wrist presence. Price: EUR 1,495.

Dennison ALD Dual Time "Carnaby Blue"

The only quartz model, it uses two Ronda movements for dual time zones, beneath a mosaic blue mother-of-pearl dial inspired by 1960s London. This piece is not covered in detail here, as our focus is on mechanical watches.

Buying Tips and Authenticity

All watches are limited Studio Editions, available worldwide through a limited online order window starting September 22, 2026. After that, they become permanent exclusives at USAONE WATCHES Discovery Studios. When purchasing, ensure you buy from authorized retailers to guarantee authenticity. Each watch comes with a certificate of authenticity and international warranty.