The latest release from Norqain features a brand-new three-hand timepiece co-designed by wildlife ambassador, Dean Schneider. Unveiled as a special model with a limited run of 300 units, the Wild ONE Hakuna Mipaka draws aesthetic cues from the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis, a wildlife sanctuary and animal rehabilitation center that Schneider has set up in South Africa.<\/p>\n
The 42mm reference is attired in a 25-part case composed of cruelty-free NORTEQ\u00ae \u2014 an exclusive carbon fiber composite that is robust, shock-resistant, and ultra-lightweight. The rich, dark brown hue extends from the sandwich case to the dial, where a stamped \u201clion fur\u201d pattern enriches its design. In echoing the textured dial, the accompanying beige rubber strap also features the same allover pattern.<\/p>\n
Red gold-plated diamond-cut hands and skeleton indices further embellish the dial, thus nodding to the majestic appeal of King Dexter, a lion that resides in the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis. As an interesting highlight, the watch\u2019s rubber shock absorber is infused with sand from the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis, adding a piece of South Africa to the timekeeper.<\/p>\n
Beating at the heart of this timekeeper is the NN2-\/1 by Kenissi Manufacture caliber. The mechanical automatic movement is geared with 70 hours of power reserve, with a personalized bridge inscribed \u201cAdventure \u2013 Freedom \u2013 Independence\u201d \u2014 the core values and brand ethos of Norquain. The caliber is viewable through the open caseback, which also features a golden logo imprint, along with its unique batch number.<\/p>\n
Norqain also promised to donate 10% of the watch\u2019s earnings to the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis. Retailing for $5,590 USD, the Wild ONE Hakuna Mipaka limited-edition timepiece is now available to purchase via Norqain\u2019s official website.<\/p>\n
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