Perpétuel Gallery is proud to unveil Facing The Sky 2.0, a rare collaboration with Master Qian GuoBiao — regarded as one of the most talented restorers and independent watchmakers of our time. This strictly limited edition of just 7 pieces brings together Qian’s unparalleled artistry in handcraft with Perpétuel’s curatorial mission to celebrate the finest voices in contemporary horology.

A dialogue between craft and innovation

Every detail of Facing The Sky 2.0 bears the mark of Master Qian’s uncompromising philosophy: that true watchmaking is not only mechanical precision, but also human expression. Entirely handmade and hand-finished, the watch reveals an open industrial dial with a floating display that emphasizes transparency and depth. A sculpted bridge secures the oversized balance wheel — a technical focal point — while an integrated power reserve indicator is seamlessly incorporated into the architecture.

A design of rare distinction

For this edition, the dial has been reimagined in a stepped salmon configuration, adorned with Eastern Arabic numerals that pay tribute to Perpétuel’s cultural roots. Master Qian’s signature blued hands complete the composition, adding a touch of luminous refinement against the warm salmon tones. The 39 mm stainless steel case, with its clean, proportioned lines, frames the artistry within while ensuring effortless wearability.

The movement, handmade

At the heart of Facing The Sky 2.0 beats Master Qian’s in-house, manually wound calibre — a movement that reflects his mastery as both a restorer of historic complications and a creator of original horology. Finely crafted and decorated by hand, it embodies the delicate balance of precision engineering and artisanal craft. Every bridge, screw, and surface tells a story of countless hours spent at the bench, affirming the philosophy that true independence lies in shaping time from raw material to finished masterpiece.

A creation limited to seven

With only 7 pieces to be made, Facing The Sky 2.0 stands as both a watch and a work of art — one that embodies Perpétuel’s mission to bring forward the most authentic expressions of independent watchmaking. It is a dialogue across cultures, philosophies, and disciplines — celebrating rarity, craft, and vision in equal measure.