Like the Endurance, the creative process behind The Aurora by Habring2 is inspired by a remarkable feat of human resilience. When Habring² and CronotempVs Collectors collaborated to create a watch with unique characteristics, Ernest Shackleton and his arctic expedition came to mind. This expedition, which began in 1914 and concluded in 1917, stands as one of the most incredible survival stories in history. It is undeniable that Shackleton and his crew could not have foreseen that their tale would be immortalised in books not due to the success of the Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition, but rather because of their unwavering determination to survive...

Originally created in the 1940s, the Milus Snow Star was a timepiece designed for U.S. Navy pilots, intended for use in critical survival situations behind enemy lines. More than just a watch, the Snow Star was accompanied by a barter kit, a collection of valuable items that could aid pilots if they were forced to land in unknown or hostile territories. This unique survival concept set the Snow Star apart from conventional military-issued watches of its time...

The characteristics of the 00BLU remain the same as its predecessor. It is based on the Engineer III model, maintaining all its qualities and focusing on the distinctive feature that defines all Ball Watches—tritium microtubes. For this edition, two colors were chosen: blue and white. Since midnight is also known as the “zero hour,” the design emphasizes blue tritium in the two “00” markers instead of the traditional 12 o’clock marker. This decision highlights Ball Watches’ superior visibility compared to other luminous timepieces. Thus, the 00BLU 40mm by Ball Watch Co. was born...