JEKYLL & HYDE - DARK LEGENDS
Two sides. One truth.
Born from the shadows of Dark Legends, this 40 mm automatic timepiece pays tribute to the enduring story of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde — a tale of science, transformation and the duality within us all.
On the left, the refined profile of Dr. Jekyll represents intellect, scientific ambition and the pursuit of knowledge. Set against a background of laboratory machinery and intricate mechanical elements, his presence evokes the rational mind — the desire to understand, control and reshape the natural world.
On the right, the fierce expression of Mr. Hyde reveals the darker side of human nature. Surrounded by a deep red, chaotic environment, his distorted features embody instinct, desire and the destructive forces that emerge when restraint disappears. The contrast between the two profiles captures the central tension of the story: the struggle between the identity we present to the world and the impulses we attempt to conceal.
At the centre of the dial, the laboratory flask filled with a dual-coloured elixir serves as the key symbol of transformation. The green and red tones represent the opposing forces within a single individual, while the flask recalls the experiment that dissolves the boundary between the respectable scientist and his darker alter ego
At twelve o’clock, a miniature metallic cylinder stands as a distinctive reference to the laboratory apparatus, symbolising the experiment that bridges scientific ambition and the darker forces of human nature. The contrast between the green and red sections reinforces the tension between order and chaos, precision and unpredictability, rational thought and uncontrolled instinct.
The SIGNARIS compass emblem introduces the brand’s identity within this divided world. Positioned above the two opposing identities, it becomes a subtle symbol of orientation amid uncertainty — a reminder of the constant struggle to navigate the conflicting forces that shape human nature.
The 40 mm stainless steel case is designed to balance presence and wearability, while the integrated stainless steel bracelet reinforces the continuity of the silhouette and the architectural identity of the watch. A sapphire crystal protects the dial and its applied details, offering high scratch resistance and clarity. Inside, an automatic mechanical movement powers the watch through the natural motion of the wrist, keeping the concept rooted in traditional mechanical watchmaking rather than purely decorative storytelling.
Every element is intended to serve the same idea: translating Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde not into an illustration, but into form, material, symbolism and mechanical presence.
For those who recognize both sides of themselves.
Technical specifications
Mechanical by nature.
Distinctive by design.
Built around a reliable Japanese automatic movement and engineered as a genuine mechanical watch - not merely a themed collectible.
- Design
- Designed in Italy
- Movement
- Miyota 9039 Japanese automatic, true no-date
- Frequency
- 28,800 vibrations per hour
- Power reserve
- Approximately 42 hours
- Case
- 40 mm, 316L stainless steel
- Crystal
- Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Dial
- Original artwork with custom applied metal indices
- Luminous material
- Super-LumiNova on dial details and hands
- Bracelet
- Integrated solid 316L stainless-steel bracelet
- Water resistance
- 5 ATM / 50 metres
- Caseback
- Exhibition caseback with custom SIGNARIS rotor
- Custom details
- Engraved crown, first bracelet link and caseback
- Limited edition
- Individually numbered for each reference