Sable Dream
$1491,290
45 mmMineral
The Sensei's take
The Thomas Earnshaw Nobility Knightsbridge Sable Dream is perfect for wearers seeking a blend of traditional elegance and modern design. Its transparent dial showcases the mechanics beautifully, making it not just a timepiece but a conversation starter. With an appealing price point, it delivers solid value for those wanting a standout watch in their collection.
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Sleek and striking, the Knightsbridge Automatic embraces openwork design with a fully transparent dial and exposed movement. Housed in a 45mm barrel-shaped case, this spectacular timepiece features Roman numeral accents and a double-curved lens. Pairing traditional elegance with contemporary flair, it redefines classic watchmaking.
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At a glance
Strengths & trade-offs
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Strengths
- Luminous dial and hands
Trade-offs
- Mineral crystal — scratches more easily than sapphire
- Priced above what the spec suggests
Sensei Says
The specs, in plain English
On the wrist
At 45 mm it wears boldly, a 48 mm lug-to-lug suits most wrists.
The value
Fairly priced for what it is.
On the wrist
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Specifications
- Reference
- ES-8316-22
- Released
- 2025
- Production
- Current production
- Case diameter
- 45 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 48 mm
- Lug width
- 22 mm
- Case shape
- Other
- Case material
- stainless steel
- Crystal
- Mineral · anti-reflective
- Bezel
- None
- Caseback
- Closed
- Dial colour
- black
- Indices
- applied index
- Lume
- Yes — Japan luminous
- Strap / bracelet
- stainless steel
- Clasp
- butterfly
- Fit
- Unisex
The maker
Thomas Earnshaw
The philosophy of Thomas Earnshaw revolves around creating high-quality timepieces at fair prices while embracing vintage watchmaking techniques. The brand focuses on intricate designs and craftsmanship, continuously innovating with new materials and styles that celebrate classic watchmaking.
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