A flying saucer, delicately
By Sam Okafor, London ยท
Disco Volante means flying saucer, and the case lives up to it: a convex, rounded shape that from the side reads as one smooth disc. It's a lovely piece of form-making. 38 mm across and only 8.95 mm thick, it feels like it has been turned rather than assembled.
The blue dial is calm, with slim applied markings and enough space between them that it's easy on the eye. The Peseux hand-wound movement is visible through an open back, and with 42 hours you'll be winding most days. 50 m, sapphire.
3,033 dollars is a lot for a young brand. You're paying for the case design. I'd say it's worth it, because there are very few watches at any price with a profile as satisfying as this.