James Lamb Origin Series Air – 2022

James Lamb Origin Series Air

A stunning entry into the world of Independents, self-taught watchmaker James Lamb burst onto the independent watchmaking scene in 2021 with the release of the Origin series under his eponymous brand. Inspired by natures elements – fire, water, air and earth – they each use champlevé vitreous enamel colours and decoration to evoke each of their namesakes. This particular version is the Air, with brief fine flowing lines of silver on a background of rare bluish opalescent vitreous enamel that plays and catches light. It is absolutely mesmerising in person, and shows astounding craftsmanship.

The cases themselves are made in-house and by hand, something not many Indies can lay claim to, and is made of Argentum Silver. Along with the case, the dial blanks, winding crown, ceramic subdial amongst other components are made in-house also. Case sizes are available in 0.25mm increments, with this particular pieces being sized at 38mm.

Powering it is a manually wound premium grade Sellita SW210-1, for easy serviceability and reliability.

This particular example was purchased in August 2022 and presents in TZ ‘Near Mint’ condition, with some tarnishing present and some light scratches and minor strap change marks on the lugs. Please see images for full condition details.

Currently mounted to the lovely factory Nubuck strap in a short size, with plenty of life left in it.

Remains under manufacturers warranty until August 2025, and currently keeping COSC time.

Includes outer box, inner box, warranty card dated August 2022, welcome letter/spec sheet, silver cleaning cloth and regular cleaning cloth.

Limited to 50 pieces, this is a very cool piece that’s unlike any other, and an absolute bargain in the Indie watch world for so much hand craftsmanship.