Maker's Watch Knot, a custom-order watch manufacturer founded in 2014, celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. Marking this milestone, the brand introduces the "Classic Automatic Small Second (CAS-36)", a new timepiece that evolves its founding model. This piece is an ambitious creation, re-engineering Knot's signature small second complication with a decade of experience and craftsmanship.

Knot proclaims that the small second is not merely a design element, but the very spirit of the company. The small second design, inherited from pocket watches, is said to have laid the foundation for modern wristwatches. Knot, too, continues to evolve like this design, aiming to create a timepiece that will be loved across generations.

Knot's small second models have long been cherished for their aesthetic beauty and functionality. Among them, the "Classic Small Second (CS-36)", available since the brand's inception, embodies Knot's philosophy and heritage. It draws inspiration from pocket watches, presenting a classic style befitting a wristwatch.

Ten years after its launch, Knot has evolved its watches by incorporating mechanical movements and sapphire crystal dome crystals, achieving a more luxurious and refined finish. The realization of these specifications, which were not possible at the time of founding due to cost and technical constraints, demonstrates Knot's growth as a watchmaker.

The "Automatic Small Second" captivates with its antique watch aesthetic, yet boasts high functionality achieved through modern technology. Particularly noteworthy is its domed crystal. The 36mm case size, integrated seamlessly with the bezel, imparts a soft impression. The use of scratch-resistant, highly transparent sapphire crystal further enhances its luxurious appearance.

Furthermore, this watch features a see-through case back, allowing a view of the precise movement within. Beyond simply telling time, the ability to visually appreciate its intricate craftsmanship is a unique charm of mechanical watches.

The dial also showcases Knot's meticulous attention to detail. The indices and hands feature a design that evokes an antique feel, with Arabic numerals in a classic serif font and slender, elegant leaf hands exuding a refined atmosphere. This enhances legibility while highlighting an elegance reminiscent of vintage watches.

The "Automatic Small Second" is available in two models. One is a classic design that evokes the brand's founding model, CS-36, with the striking brilliance of its polished case.

The other features a case with an elegant half-matte finish paired with an embossed dial, exuding an antique charm. Each offers a distinct appeal, representing special variations imbued with Knot's vision.

Knot is known for its high quality and accessible pricing, but the brand has continuously evolved over the past decade to create the watches they envision. As a result, ten years has imbued Knot, an emerging watchmaker, with a philosophy and story. The Knot small second embodies the profound value of craftsmanship, where the brand itself solidifies and advances its philosophy through evolution.

Classic Series Automatic Small Second CAS-36
Size | Diameter 36mm, Thickness 13mm, Lug-to-lug 43.5mm, Lug width 18mm
Weight | 43.5g
Case | Stainless Steel 316L
Crystal | Sapphire Glass
Water Resistance | Daily life water resistance (5 ATM)
Movement | Japanese Movement (cal.8N40 / MIYOTA)
Accuracy | Average daily difference -20 to +40 seconds (at normal temperature: 5℃ to 35℃)
Price |
Silver Case ¥36,300
Rose Gold Case ¥38,500
*Straps sold separately from ¥4,400