Vanitas

Memento Mori is a reflection on mortality, the fleeting nature of existence and the illusions created by worldly success.

At the centre, a skull dressed in a tailored suit and tie presents a deliberate contradiction: an image of refinement and achievement confronted by the certainty of death. The partially burned cigarette represents the limited measure of a human life, while its smoke rises through the hollow eye socket towards twelve o’clock before dissolving into nothingness.

The four hour markers at 3, 6, 9 and 12 surround the figure like milestones along an irreversible journey. Each passing moment draws every life closer to its conclusion, reminding us that status, wealth and professional accomplishment ultimately hold no power over time.

Every detail is engraved entirely by hand on a copper or nickel-silver dial, with selected elements finished in 18K gold plating. Deep relief cuts define the skull and tailored clothing, while delicate shading gives the smoke its fragile, vanishing presence.

Memento Mori is not simply a symbol of death, but an invitation to live consciously—to recognise the limits of time and give meaning to every moment that remains.

CASE & DIAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Case Material: 316 stainless steel
• Case Diameter: 40.8mm or 38mm (option) 
• Lug-to-Lug: 47 mm
• Case Thickness: Approximately 11 mm
• Crystal: Solid sapphire crystal
• Movement : Japan 
• Dial Diameter: 28.5 mm
• Dial Material: Copper or nickel silver, depending on the dial design
• Dial Finishing: Entirely hand-engraved and finished with 18K gold plating
• Crown Detail: Embossed HANOISON logo

MATERIALS

• Upper Leather: Genuine alligator leather. Due to its natural grain, each strap features a unique pattern.
• Color: Black. The actual color may vary slightly depending on lighting conditions and screen settings.
• Lining: Soft, sweat-resistant Zermatt leather for enhanced comfort and durability.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Thickness: Approximately 5–6 mm at the lugs, tapering to approximately 2.5 mm at the tip.
• Width: 20 mm at the lugs, tapering to 18 mm at the buckle.

Please note that the product images may be 3D renderings of our designs. As each piece requires significant crafting time, we also include photos of similar carvings so you can appreciate the actual quality of the craftsmanship. 

Before shipping, we will send you photographs of your completed watch by email. Only after you have confirmed that the product and its quality meet your expectations will we proceed with delivery.

• Estimated delivery takes 7–15 business days, Production time is separate.
• Returns accepted within 30 days of delivery.

 Kind regards,
HANOISON