2022 Isotope Hydrium X "Will Return" Limited 40mm

Here we have a 2021 Isotope Hydrium X "Will Return" Limited Edition 40mm (Ref. 6HXSSWR22-S). This rare timepiece is limited to just 100 pieces worldwide. This distinctive watch's design draws inspiration from the iconic clock door signs frequently found hanging in New York shop windows, brilliantly translating a playful retail motif into a high-quality tool watch. The 40mm machined and micro-blasted 316L stainless steel case curves over your wrist, featuring a unique, raw grey appearance inspired by the fluid lines of the Streamline Moderne era. A lug-to-lug length of 48mm and a case thickness of 15mm (including its heavily domed crystal) give the watch an incredibly distinct and sculptural presence on the wrist. Down the right side, a substantial signed screw-down crown ensures robust water resistance. The characteristic 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel features a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal insert in light blue, precisely executed with Isotope's signature "Lacrima" teardrop shape at the 12 o’clock marker. The double-domed sapphire crystal, fortified with multiple layers of anti-reflective coating on the inside, is set above a stark white dial completely filled with Super-LumiNova for absolute visibility in low light. An inner railway minute track is precisely marked, complemented by bold, black Arabic numerals that mirror the typography of the classic storefront sign. Sacrificing a date window for absolute visual symmetry, the dial features a striking handset: the vibrant red hour and minute hands are custom-shaped like fluid water droplets, while a small, teardrop-shaped central running seconds hand continuously sweeps. At noon, the stylised Isotope logo seamlessly integrates into the clock-face design. On the reverse, a screw-down exhibition case back reveals a beautifully decorated heartbeat while securing a professional depth rating of 300 metres (30 ATM). Inside beats an automatic Landeron movement, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz) across 25 jewels, and providing a reliable 40-hour power reserve. This highly distinct, GPHG-nominated reference comes paired with a premium 22mm quick-release FKM Tropic-type rubber strap featuring a signed, matching micro-blasted stainless steel buckle. This watch is sold with its original Isotope box, Will Return sign, paperwork and Extras.