he Mechaquartz collection draws its inspiration from the legacy of François Borgel, one of the most renowned case makers of his time. He crafted cases for some of the most iconic vintage chronographs. These were distinguished by refined finishing details, including the engraved “Tasti Tondi” pushers — a hallmark of 1940s and 1950s chronographs.

In 1891, François Borgel patented a screw-down case system, representing a significant step forward in improving the water and dust resistance of watches of his era. After the company was taken over by Taubert & Fils, further patents were filed in the 1930s to refine these constructions.

The slim profile of our chronographs requires the use of a compact movement to preserve their proportions and overall balance. The mechaquartz movement was therefore a natural choice, enabling us to focus on what truly defines this collection: complex cases, thoughtful design, and meticulous finishing. It thus offers a balanced expression of our passion for detail and our commitment to accessibility.

Mechaquartz movements first appeared in Switzerland and Japan during the quartz crisis of the late 1980s. At that time, the massive arrival of Japanese quartz watches profoundly disrupted the Swiss watch industry, placing mechanical manufacturers under significant pressure. In Switzerland, watchmakers such as Piguet and LeCoultre were among the first to develop hybrid modules, while in Japan, Seiko played a pioneering role. The objective, at the time, was to create a movement that combined technological modernity (quartz precision) with mechanical heritage (tactile feel of a mechanical chronograph).

The Seiko VK64 is a compact mechaquartz movement that allows us to preserve the harmonious proportions of the case. It was the movement used for Furlan Marri’s launch on Kickstarter and has remained part of the brand’s identity ever since. Reliable and robust, it incorporates key characteristics of mid-20th century mechanical chronographs, including an instant reset, a smooth sweeping central seconds hand, and a soft, responsive pusher action.

This chronograph features a pulsometer, a function chosen for its deep roots in watchmaking tradition. Historically used to measure heart rate based on a defined number of beats, the pulsometer is more than a decorative detail. It is an instrument inherited from another era, one that responded to genuine needs. Reinterpreted with a contemporary perspective, it reflects a time when every detail served a clear purpose, and when elegance went hand in hand with functionality.

Octa Meteorite features a dial made from the Muonionalusta meteorite, an iron meteorite composed primarily of metal. Muonionalusta is not just a simple stone from outer space; it was formed within the core of a differentiated asteroid over 4.5 billion years ago, at the dawn of our solar system. This material has traveled through the vast stretches of time and space and is now considered one of the oldest meteorites ever analyzed.

After falling to Earth more than a million years ago, near what is today known as the border between Finland and Sweden, it went through at least four ice ages before being discovered in 1906 in the village of Kitkiöjärvi, Sweden.

Classified as a fine octahedrite, Muonionalusta is characterized by a distinctive crystalline structure. It developed through extremely slow cooling, at a rate of only a few degrees per million years. This slow crystallization gave rise to its lamellar metallic structure, revealed when polished or chemically treated. The resulting patterns, known as Widmanstätten patterns, are not decorative treatments but a direct expression of the meteorite’s internal structure.

They cannot be naturally reproduced on Earth and constitute the unmistakable signature of an extraterrestrial origin. With each new dial cut, a unique configuration emerges — a fragment of the history of our universe.

Muonionalusta is also distinguished by the presence of stishovite in its composition, a rare mineral that can only form under extreme pressures, typically during violent collisions in space. To date, it remains the first and only iron meteorite in which stishovite has been clearly identified. The formation of this rare mineral is believed to be linked to the disintegration of its parent body approximately 400 million years ago.

The level of finishing within the collection is usually associated with far more exclusive timepieces. The 38 mm case is crafted from 316L stainless steel, features a combination of perlage, polishing, satin brushing, and deep embossing. The decagonal caseback is deeply engraved, reinforcing the architectural character of the piece.

The dial follows a sandwich construction, adding genuine visual depth to its design. Applied polished Roman numerals, double-printed indications, and the domed outer ring enhance legibility while preserving the vintage-inspired aesthetic. Distinctive features also include domed and curved hands, completing the overall balance of the dial.

Available exclusively during a pre-order period from April 10 to 20, 2026, on the Furlan Marri website or through our retailers. This model will not be reproduced in the future.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Retail Price: 720 CHF
• Material – 316L stainless steel
• Diameter – 38 mm (46 mm lug to lug)
• Thickness – 12 mm (with glass)
• Finishes – Perlage, mirror polish, satin-brush, engraving and deep-embossing.
• Caseback – Decagonal screw-down case-back with deep engravings
• Glass – Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with five layers of anti-reflective coating and one fingerprint-resistant coating
• Water resistance – 5 ATM / 50 meters

Movement

• Seiko V64 – Hybrid movement (quartz base with mechanical module)
• Functions – Chronograph with pulsometer scale (base 15 pulsations), 60 minutes and 24 hours counters
• Diameter – 13 1⁄2 lines (30.8 mm)
• Thickness – 5.1 mm
• Accuracy – ± 20 seconds / month
• Frequency – 32,768 Hz

Dial

• Colors – Meteorite (grey and white tones)
• Construction – Sandwich dial
• Finishes – Matte finish (outer ring and sub-counters)
• Indexes – Applied polished Roman numerals (stainless steel)
• Indications – Double printed
• Outer ring – Domed
• Hands – Curved and domed

Strap

Two straps included:

• Strap 1 - Black textured leather strap with matching stitches
• Strap 2 - White soft leather strap with matching stitches

All straps are crafted from Italian or French leather and feature a quick-release system.