Not all images were able to load for printing. Please close the print window and try again. Auret Mederi, A Distinctive Debut Watch from a Colombian Independent Brand
A new independent watch brand from Colombia debuts with a distinctive 12-sided case, textured dials, and a personalised Swiss automatic movement.
Time is something we all share, but experience very differently. For Auret’s founder, a Colombian oncologist and watchmaking enthusiast, time has personal value. His profession has shaped a simple philosophy: time is not something to control, but something to appreciate and live. This idea inspired Auret, and its first collection, Mederi (Latin for to heal), brings this vision to the wrist.
A 40mm Steel Case with a Dodecagonal Bezel
The Mederi is housed in a 40mm stainless steel case measuring 10.5mm thick, with a 46mm lug-to-lug. Made from 316L stainless steel, it combines polished and brushed surfaces. The number twelve is central to Auret’s concept, and it’s reflected in the watch’s design. The dodecagonal bezel provides the watch a geometric silhouette without following the familiar design of integrated-bracelet sports watches. Auret has opted for a more individual combination of softened angles, clean surfaces and contemporary proportions.
A screw-down crown is decorated with the brand’s logo featuring a stylised R resembling the numeral 12. Sapphire crystals protect the dial and movement. Water resistance is 100m.
A Concentric Textured Dial Inspired by Ripples in Water
For the Mederi dial, Auret has developed a concentric guilloche-like pattern, with undulating circles radiating from the centre. The brand compares the effect to when a stone falls into a lake, creating ripples that spread across the surface. A fumé gradient adds to this sense of movement, with colour most intense at the centre before fading to a deep black perimeter; the texture is as important as the colour.
Three versions are available: black (Origin), blue (Horizon) and burgundy (Permanence). Each has its own emotional associations. Origin celebrates everyday moments and familiar routines; Horizon represents a connection with the present and oneself. The Permanence edition is associated with celebration, personal achievements and the people who matter most. The display is simple, with hours, minutes and small seconds at six o’clock.
Swiss Power by Sellita
The Mederi is powered by the Sellita SW260 D4 automatic calibre, operating at 28,800 vibrations/hour and providing a 41-hour power reserve. The movement features perlage on the mainplate and bridges, spiral finishing on the notches, snail-finished barrels, and nickel-plated surfaces. The custom brass rotor is inspired by the flower of the Colombian coffee plant, linking the watch to its origins.
Price and Availability
Every Mederi watch comes with two straps. One is leather with a crocodile-pattern and rubber lining; the second has a fabric exterior and leather lining. Both feature quick-release spring bars and steel pin buckles with the brand’s R symbol; each strap comes with its own buckle. The Auret Mederi is priced at EUR 1,750. For more details or to purchase, visit auret.co.
Sponsored post: This article is sponsored by Auret Watch. However, it reflects the writer’s opinion and has been written in accordance with MONOCHROME’s editorial policy.
