Paulin Mara Limited Edition for Hodinkee Specs & Hands-On Details
Real galvanic gilt dials are a dying art in modern horology, usually reserved for six-figure vintage relics or hyper-exclusive artisanal workshops. By partnering with Glasgow-based design studio Paulin—sister brand to enamel specialist anOrdain—Hodinkee has brought back this mid-century manufacturing technique in a tool watch built for the water. Instead of modern flat pad-printing, each dial exposes true gold-plated brass beneath an etched matte black lacquer, creating deep, dimensional lettering and minute tracks that respond naturally to sunlight.
Understanding the Paulin Mara Limited Edition for Hodinkee specs reveals how radically this collaboration transforms the brand's inaugural dive platform. By swapping out the standard movement for an ultra-slim Japanese Miyota 9039 automatic movement, the cushion-contoured steel case drops from 13.5mm down to a crisp 11.8mm. Paired with a 39.7mm diameter and 48mm lug-to-lug footprint, it captures the nimble, hydrodynamic feel of classic mid-century skin divers without sacrificing structural integrity.
Every detail serves a maritime aesthetic, from the hand-painted antiqued Super-LumiNova markers to the 120-click unidirectional bezel fitted with a double-domed sapphire insert and spherical tactile grips. Engineered for maritime versatility with 100 meters of water resistance, a screw-down crown, and a custom striped NATO strap, it stands as a masterclass in modern, design-led tool watchmaking.
Check out the full details at Hodinkee.
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