MING 27.01: An Ultra-Thin Independent Sensation

sham1 · 2020-05-01T06:34:54Z

Explore the MING 27.01 ultra-thin watch, a limited edition marvel that sold out in 8 minutes. Discover collector insights on its design, movement, and market demand.

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In this article, sham1 shares his successful acquisition of the ultra-thin MING 27.01, a limited edition timepiece that sold out in a remarkable eight minutes. His post offers a first look at the design and technical specifications, highlighting the collaborative movement modifications by Schwarz Etienne. This piece is particularly relevant for collectors interested in independent watchmaking and the challenges of securing highly sought-after limited editions.

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MIng just released its ultra thin 27.01 stainless steel watch in a limited production of 125 pieces at 1pm GMT today. All 125 pieces were sold out by 1.08pm GMT and I am glad to say I was one of the lucky ones. The 27.01 is Ming's thinnest watch at 6.9mm and measures 38mm in diameter. It is a manual winding watch with a sapphire crystal case back that shows off the ETA Peseaux 7001 movement in at its glory as it only retains its gear train and escapement. The bridges and plates are remade courtesy of Schwarz Etienne of Switzerland in collaboration with Ming's design. I think the Jean Rousseau burgundy calf strap goes well with the case and I look forward to receiving mine sometime between September and November this year. My only qualm perhaps is that the watch is a two handed watch rather than a three handed watch but I like the minimalist design. All the photos below are courtesy of MIng

Key Points from the Discussion

The rapid sell-out of the MING 27.01, with 125 pieces gone in 8 minutes, underscores the intense demand for limited edition independent watches, especially those significantly higher in price than previous award-winning models like the 17.06.
Despite the rapid sell-out, some loyal MING customers opted not to purchase the 27.01, possibly due to its higher price point compared to earlier models like the 17.06 range.
The MING World Timer is recognized as a strong value proposition in the market, despite not being a limited edition, due to its appealing movement and rarity.
A collector expressed hesitation in purchasing a 12K watch from a relatively new brand like MING, but would have readily acquired the 27.01 due to its appeal, if not for missing the limited edition sale.
Another collector, satisfied with their existing MING watches, chose to save for a larger future purchase rather than attempting to secure the 27.01.

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TeutonicCarFan

May 1, 2020

Nice case shape and lugs

enjoy!

sham1

May 1, 2020

Thank you!

My favourite Ming so far thanks to the exposed manual movement and the slim case.

Sandgroper

May 1, 2020

Very very nice sham1, congratulations! Splendidly, elegantly and exactly my type of time piece

Cheers, Francois

sham1

May 1, 2020

Thank you very much Francois!

I am very excited about this piece which just shows one can be excited about a watch at any price range!

FabR

May 1, 2020

Excellent acquisition, a nice proposition from a very interesting brand! Congrats. [nt]

sham1

May 1, 2020

Thank you very much!

An interesting brand indeed which seems to have got its marketing correct which will prove effective in these challenging times.

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