L Artisan Jurassic Dinosaur Bone Dial Watches
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L Artisan Jurassic Dinosaur Bone Dial Watches

By SALMANPK · Apr 21, 2026 · 21 replies
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SALMANPK shines a spotlight on L'Artisan, a young Belgian watchmaker, and his innovative use of Jurassic dinosaur bone for watch dials. This post highlights a fascinating trend in independent watchmaking, where unique materials and youthful talent are pushing the boundaries of traditional horology. The discussion also touches upon other unconventional dials, like the Grand Seiko Godzilla, sparking a conversation about material choices in watch design.

Made by a 20 year Belgian watchmaker named Arnaud, after reading about Sham1's watch made by a 15 year old, we live in a remarkable time πŸ˜ƒ

More about Sham1's watch

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He has two new references, a Special Edition made for the Kuwaiti Impresario Extraordinaire Jassim Al-Zeraei









And this one















Then there was the Grand Seiko Godzilla







Waiting for the edition where the dial is made from Godzilla bone πŸ˜‹πŸ˜

Pic Source: L'Artisan, Grand Seiko, DeLuca Strsps

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Arronax
Apr 21, 2026

Dinos in the tank for the car, dinos on the wrist for the driver!

JM
jmousey
Apr 21, 2026

It reminds me of looking at tissue under a microscope, but one that is very bloody. Not a good image to be reminded of when looking down at your wrist.

KM
KMII
Apr 21, 2026

Full disclaimer - it was chicken leg leather that the Druid named pterodactyl right out of the box πŸ˜‚

SA
SALMANPK
Apr 21, 2026

Lovely dial on your Presage πŸ˜ŠπŸ‘

QU
quattro
Apr 21, 2026

But I'm not sure I would feel comfortable wearing a dinosaur bone dial... Best, Emmanuel

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