Bremont celebrates life of Stephen Hawking with new Supernova
Originally created in 2020, the first Bremont Stephen Hawking limited edition collection became one of the brand’s most celebrated historic sets of limited edition models.
Now, the brand has expanded its offering within the collaboration and has given it a first with a Wayfinder design.
Incorporating the new design into the Supernova collection, which was first introduced in April of this year at Watches and Wonders, the Hawking Supernova has been positioned at the pinnacle of the brand’s offering.
At its core sits the Supernova Chronograph — a contemporary integrated bracelet sports watch crafted from 904L stainless steel.
Crafted in 41 mm ultra black DLC-treated 904L steel, the watch features a multi-layered construction and a highly technical, geometric aesthetic informed by both space engineering and Hawking’s work on black holes.
Powering the watch is the chronometer-rated BC77 movement, offering refined finishing and a 62-hour power reserve.
Turning the watch over reveals a striking exhibition caseback, featuring a swirling black hole motif through which the decorated rotor and movement can be viewed — an artistic interpretation of the very phenomena that inspired it.
Bremont has made the Supernova Hawking available on either an integrated ultra black DLC 904L stainless steel bracelet at £7,950 / $9,150 or a black rubber strap at £7,700 / $8,850, both equipped with quick-release mechanisms for seamless interchangeability.
Reflecting on the creation, Tim Hawking, Professor Hawking’s son, said: “This magnificent timepiece is a fitting celebration of my father and his work. He spent a huge part of his scientific and literary career exploring the mysteries of black holes and their role in shaping our understanding of the universe.
“His fascination with discovery and exploration led him to tackle some of science’s biggest questions, challenging long-held assumptions about space, time and the nature of black holes themselves. His groundbreaking ideas opened up entirely new ways of thinking about the cosmos and continue to inspire scientists and explorers around the world today.”
While Davide Cerrato, CEO at Bremont, added: “Stephen Hawking reshaped our understanding of the universe, bringing the mysteries of space, time and of black holes into sharp focus. We are once again honoured to commemorate his life and achievements with an iconic timepiece – a contemporary tribute that reflects the ongoing influence of his work.
“Inspired by his pioneering insights into the behaviour of black holes, this creation embodies both their complexity and their quiet power. More than a measure of time, it is a tribute to human curiosity and the enduring pursuit of knowledge.”
You can read Watch Insider’s report from Watches and Wonders on the launch of the Supernova collection HERE:
