AGELOCER｜Major Breakthrough: 29.51-day Moon Phase Watch

We are AGELOCER. Unlike crowdfunding initiated by individuals, we are a high-end original mechanical watch brand from China.

We are well-known for our past 6 successful crowdfunding campaigns and reports from many media around the world.

AGELOCER watches are designed with exquisiteness, avant-garde and breakthrough as the design principles. So far, it has won 25 international design awards and is the brand with the most global awards in the field of Chinese watches.

The Astronomer series is a moon phase watch project developed by AGELOCER in 2015. It has attracted much attention because it breaks the traditional panoramic large window design of the moon phase.
After several years of precipitation, we decided to redesign the appearance of the moon phase watch.
The requirements for craftsmanship are constantly optimized and more strictly controlled.
Most importantly, there is a more significant breakthrough in the accuracy of the moon phase function!

Today, we are proud to introduce this new project – AGELOCER 29.51-Day Precision Moon Phase Watch!

· Original 28.5mm oversized immersive moon phase.
· Super luminous moon, using Swiss Super-LumiNova® luminous paint.
· 80-hour long kinetic energy automatic mechanical movement beyond luxury watches.

To show our sincerity, our price to Kickstarter backers will be the lowest on the entire platform! To thank everyone who helped us progress!
We ensure that the quality of our products 100% meets your expectations, and we will bear all the after-sales problems!

Please allow us to state again that this is the watch with the most awards from AGELOCER.
Before launching this event, it has won 8 global design awards, and this great large moon phase drive technology has been protected by Chinese utility model patents and design patents.

Eternal beauty

The inspiration for the creation of the Astronomer series comes from the sun, moon and stars, and the moon phase is used as a symbol to record time.
Imagine being immersed in the universe, with the moon dancing gracefully on your wrist, making every moment of your life full of charm.

We have been thinking about how to better display the natural phenomenon of the moon phase on a mechanical watch, and now we have a completely innovative moon phase mechanical solution! We broke the traditional small window-blocking moon phase design, so that the finely carved moon will show the whole process of the moon phase in nature over time.

A moon phase watch has a window on the dial that shows the different phases of the moon, as it appears in the sky at the time. The moon phase mechanical watch is an amazing and ingenious technology that has been around for hundreds of years. The moon phase and perpetual calendar, tourbillon and minute repeater are known as the “Four complex functions.” of mechanical watches.
Moon phase devices are usually associated with high-end watches and dominated by major brands. However, we have succeeded in making this technology affordable so that everyone can immerse themselves in a great moon phase display experience.

AGELOCER 29.51-day precision moon phase module

The conventional moon phase disc is driven by a 59-tooth gear, advancing one grid every 24 hours, completing a full cycle every 29.5 days, forming a 708-hour moon phase cycle. The astronomical moon phase cycle is 29.53 days (708.72 hours), and the conventional moon phase will have a one-day error in 2.7 years.
The AGELOCER moon phase watch is composed of a 31-tooth moon phase disc, driving one grid every 22.846 hours, completing a full cycle every 29.51 days, forming a 708.23-hour moon phase cycle.
The AGELOCER moon phase watch has a one-day error in 4.1 years, which is more accurate than the traditional 59-tooth moon phase.

Beautifully carved luminous moon

The protagonist of this watch is the moon, and our goal is to make the moon perform better in the watch.
So over the years, the design optimization of the moon phase has never stopped. From 3D metal printing to metal carving, whether it is matte or polished, we have tried many versions just to capture the most realistic details of the moon.
We have always retained its iconic design elements: huge, bright, super realistic, moving smoothly on the deep and unique night sky dial.

In the end, we remodeled the moon’s surface, using metal carving technology and expensive platinum plating to make the moon’s texture lifelike. To make the moon light up at night, Swiss Super-LumiNova® was used. The luminous effect can be repeated infinitely with SLN and has no age limit. This uncompromising and rigorous attitude towards craftsmanship is only to show the fascinating side of the moon’s movement, which is just one part of the watch.

A major design breakthrough, the first panoramic window dial

Before AGELOCER designed the panoramic moon phase window, the traditional moon phase was displayed in a small window. This subversive 28.5mm large moon phase window design has created a panoramic moon phase watch in the industry. In order to enable the watch to drive a large area of ​​the moon phase disk and prevent the dial from sliding due to the inertia of wrist movement when worn, the design team spent hundreds of hours on repeated testing, re-designed the anti-return structure and drive structure, thickened the toggle spring, and strengthened the power output of the turntable to fight inertia with superb research and development technology. This technology has been protected by China’s utility model patent and design patent.

Eye-catching dual-layer gradient metal dial

The dial is divided into two layers, the upper and lower layers, and the entire dial is carved with CNC diamond cutting technology.
The dial adopts a gradient color with granular metal sandblasting technology. The inlay processing accuracy of AGELOCER reaches 0.01mm, and the three-dimensional carved moon is cleverly inlaid in the dial to maintain the beauty without gaps!
The scale position of the upper layer adopts satin frosting technology to highlight the exquisite scale line. Each scale nail and pointer is made of platinum plating technology. The pure silver-white luster of platinum makes the time scale not only resistant to corrosion and oxidation, but also shows the exquisite elegance of the moon phase time.

80-hour long kinetic energy automatic mechanical movement

The standard kinetic energy of watches such as Rolex, Omega, and Patek Philippe, which cost tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands of dollars, is only 40 hours. However, AGELOCER has achieved an amazing 80-hour power reserve through technological innovation, with a kinetic energy reserve 100% higher! The energy release of the watch spring with long kinetic energy is slower and more even, which can improve the accuracy and stability of the watch. The movement has a vibration frequency of 28,800 vibrations/time (4HZ), which controls the daily error of the movement within ±15 seconds.

Luxurious materials and fine polishing technology used in Swiss luxury watches

This is a luxury watch independently developed in China and the first one with a platinum-plated movement plate. It is equipped with 27 ruby ​​bearings and a gold-stamped engraved brand logo. The movement is exquisitely polished with circular Geneva patterns, fish scale patterns and chamfers, which is a polishing process only available on high-end watches costing more than $20,000.

Double-sided sapphire glass

In order to better appreciate the exquisite details of the watch, AGELOCER uses the same sapphire glass material as top luxury goods for both the watch mirror and the bottom cover. 6N (99.9999%) grade high-purity sapphire glass, the refractive index of ordinary glass is about 1.5, and the refractive index of sapphire glass reaches 1.76. Through optical principles, the light beam injected into the crystal is reflected 360° without dead angles on all cut surfaces. The sapphire with anti-glare treatment makes the watch clearer and more flawless.

Simple and exquisite appearance, both men and women can control it

The AGELOCER Moon Phase watch has a case size of 40mm, which is flexible in size and can fit small and large wrists. Its balanced proportions create an elegant look without making people feel too bold, making it a watch style that can be controlled by both men and women. The lugs on the watch are carefully designed to fit the wrist, improve wearing comfort, and present a refined and simple appearance.

One series, two versions – and you can have both

Suede cowhide leather strap

Our standard choice is a genuine leather strap, which is both durable and comfortable. We understand that comfort is of the utmost importance when it comes to watch straps. That’s why we use custom tooling technology to add extra padding. This subtle change not only creates a soft feel against your skin, but also ensures a snug fit, making it the perfect companion for all-day wear.

316L stainless steel strap

316L stainless steel is the most commonly used material for high-end watches. It has the advantages of being beautiful, hard, and corrosion-resistant. After being manually polished by watchmakers, it is even brighter and more upscale, making it an ideal material for high-end watches.

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All of our watch bands are designed with quick-release spring bars for easy removal and replacement without the need for additional tools. Simply push the pin to the unlocked position and hold it there, remove or insert the band into the lugs of your watch, and release. This user-friendly feature allows you to easily switch between different styles to suit your preferences and occasions.

Million Dollar Device

To create high-quality watches, professional machinists use multimillion-dollar equipment such as the Willemin 5-Axis, which transforms precious metals into precision parts such as the gear wheels, gear axles, and movement bridges in the tourbillon movement.

High-end watch parts can only come from high-end machines. Each piece is made with great precision, with an error margin of only microns, but these are just watch parts.

Over 500 Hours of Crafting

After mechanical processing, the parts need to be delicately and exquisitely hand-polished. Each watch will be meticulously created by different watchmakers to create a decorative effect comparable to high-end jewelry, which is a level that no mechanical equipment can achieve.

• 100% waterproof test of the watch head

The airtightness of each watch is tested by professional testing equipment to simulate 50 meters underwater (about 5 bar, which is equivalent to 5 times the atmospheric pressure).

• 100% full inspection and independent adjustment

Unlike most 3C consumer products that use a sampling inspection mode of less than 5%, AGELOCER’s products use a full inspection method to adjust each watch to ensure that it is in the most perfect condition when the user receives it.

• 100% finished product 4-position adjustment test

In the fully wound state, the Swiss watch calibration instrument is used for testing: horizontal placement with the surface facing up, horizontal placement with the surface facing down, vertical placement with the crown facing up, and the surface facing up at a 45° angle. The time error in the four directions cannot exceed 10±10 seconds to meet the standard.

• 192-hour simulated wear test

Put the watch on the automatic winder to simulate normal wear. The watch on the automatic winder will rotate 360 ​​degrees to simulate the real user environment. The watch will run for a total of 192 hours and record the time error to screen out unqualified products, further ensuring that every watch sold is accurate and stable.

• Low-temperature dehumidification and dust removal of the movement

In order to extend the life of the movement, we try our best to achieve the ultimate: before packaging each watch, all semi-finished products, including the movement, must undergo 30 minutes of low-temperature dehumidification treatment, and then undergo professional micro-dust removal treatment. Ultimately, ensure that the interior of the watch is sufficiently dry and clean.

• Additional water temperature change resistance performance test and condensation test are added

Due to the limitations of watch materials and the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, mechanical watches have limited tolerance to water vapor. AGELOCER has added additional water temperature change resistance tests and condensation tests to provide consumers with watches with higher sealing properties.

Before making adjustments, it is vital to know whether the moon is waxing or waning. You can always use the internet to find out the current moon phase.

Once you have determined the moon phase, note that the full moon appears at the 12 o’clock position in the window and the new moon appears at the 6 o’clock position. Then, count the number of days since the last full or new moon. Generally speaking, the moon moves one step forward since the last full or new moon.

• Pull the crown out to the P3 position, then turn the crown clockwise until the moon phase automatically advances one step.

• Push the crown back into position P2 and then turn it clockwise until the moon phase moves to the correct position.

• Pull the crown out to the P3 position and then turn the crown clockwise until the minute and hour hands move to the correct position.

• Return crown to normal position P1 to complete setting.

Note: Step 1 is to prevent possible damage to the movement due to the position of the hands when setting the moon phase. Although we have designed the gear mechanism to avoid this, we still recommend that you do this for the sake of your watch.

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The reason why you can have such amazing quality and craftsmanship at such a low price is that 80% of the world’s movements are now produced in China. We have a strong production line and supply chain, and have accumulated a lot of high-end watch production technology.
In short, it is the most comfortable and advanced 29.51-day accurate moon phase watch, and the quality and price are far beyond expectations.
If you agree… then please support our watches and support our kickstarter project.

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AGELOCER is a Chinese high-end original mechanical watch brand known for its exquisite craftsmanship and bold creativity. The design team is composed of designers from luxury brands from many countries, and has served luxury brands such as Zenith, Hermès, and Audemars Piguet. AGELOCER has won a total of 25 design awards, making it the first brand in the Chinese watch field to win international design awards. It currently has more than 100 invention and design patents, and has developed and launched China’s first mass-produced card-free tourbillon skeleton mechanical watch. AGELOCER is the preferred luxury watch brand for consumers in Jiangsu and Zhejiang, China in 2017, the special brand of the Kuwait Consulate in 2022, and the only official Chinese cooperation watch brand for the movie “Fast and Furious 10” in 2023. It is currently sold in 83 countries around the world.