The story
Part of a collection of 7 watches for the exploration of sustainability
The Sea-Gull ST5 watch has its origins rooted in the rich history of Chinese watchmaking, particularly from the Tianjin Sea-Gull Watch Group, which was established in 1955. The ST5 movement, a mechanical caliber, was developed in the 1970s and is known for its reliability and precision. This movement was part of a broader effort to modernize and innovate within the Chinese watch industry, allowing for both domestic and international markets to appreciate high-quality timepieces. The Sea-Gull ST5 has since gained recognition among watch enthusiasts for its craftsmanship and value, embodying a blend of traditional watchmaking techniques and contemporary design.
The Shanghai design emulated a chinese ink painting style, with light washes and a very subtle hint of the famous skyline, reminiscient of paintings of mountain landscapes. The foreground is a more natural looking area using muted greens and a touch of color. Until recently, the experience of working and living in Shanghai was at least partially influenced with the poor air quality and pollution, requiring the regular use of masks, while blue skies were a rarity.
The pollution reduction has been significant and rapid and a real effort has been made to restore much needed actual jungle to the concrete jungle by the city landscape being remodelled to include far more park areas, green space and foliage.
There's obviously a very long way to go as there is still significant waste in the current lifestyle but there are tangible signs that changes are being made which is at least encouraging if current trends can contiue.