Bauche Stargazer Carina Nebula: Space-Inspired Microbrand Launches on Kickstarter
A New Brand Launches With Cosmic Ambition
For its inaugural series of timepieces, Bauche Watches embraces the ethereal magic of the cosmos with the Stargazer Carina Nebula collection. Inspired by mesmerizing images of the Carina Nebula captured by NASA's James Webb telescope, the collection spans six distinct colorways with breathtaking multi-layered dials that incorporate textured metal, mother-of-pearl, and meteorite. The collection debuted on Kickstarter with an introductory price of $855 USD.
Three Materials, One Dial
The true stars of the Bauche Stargazer Carina Nebula watches are their dials, which feature a multi-layered structure harmoniously incorporating three different materials in an asymmetric pattern inspired by the formation of the Carina Nebula:
- Center: IP-treated metal with a stamped guilloché pattern evoking light-speed travel
- Upper left: Colored mother-of-pearl (or abalone) for the power reserve indicator, emulating a portal into the cosmos
- Opposite side: IP-finished meteorite slice with a trapezoid aperture framing the date window
Due to the naturally occurring materials used in dial construction, no two watches will ever be entirely identical.
904L Steel and Miyota Power
The cases are crafted entirely from 904L stainless steel — the same alloy used by Rolex — measuring 41mm in diameter by 12.95mm thick with 47mm lug-to-lug. The screw-down crown provides 120m water resistance. Powering the collection is the Miyota Caliber 9133 automatic movement, operating at 28,800vph with approximately 40 hours of power reserve and a power reserve indicator.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Case Material | 904L Stainless Steel |
| Case Diameter | 41mm |
| Thickness | 12.95mm |
| Water Resistance | 120m |
| Movement | Miyota Cal. 9133 automatic |
| Dial Materials | Guiltché metal + mother-of-pearl + meteorite |
| Kickstarter Price | $855 USD |
| Retail Price | $988 USD |
Space-Themed Watches: A Growing Trend
Bauche's launch reflects a broader microbrand trend of using celestial and space-inspired themes to differentiate in a crowded market. The use of actual meteorite in the dial — a material that literally fell from space — adds authenticity that goes beyond mere aesthetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What materials are in the Bauche Stargazer dial?
A: Three materials: IP-treated stamped guilloché metal, colored mother-of-pearl (or abalone), and IP-finished meteorite.
Q: What movement does the Bauche Stargazer use?
A: The Miyota Caliber 9133 automatic with 40-hour power reserve and power reserve indicator.
Q: What was the Kickstarter price?
A: $855 USD during pre-order, with retail at $988 USD.
According to aBlogtoWatch. For a guide to space-themed watches, see /pages/space-themed-watches-guide.