Key Highlights
- In-house Ressence Werk RW-01 movement designed specifically for the ROCS display.
- Patented 60-hour power reserve indication using contrasting ceramic micro-balls.
- Integrated ROCS 11.1 with convex Grade 5 titanium dial and rotating discs for time.
- 41 mm Grade 5 titanium case with caseback lever for winding, setting and viewing.
- Pine, Sky and Latte colourways with four strap or bracelet options, including titanium Milanese mesh.
Ressence TYPE 11 showing the convex titanium ROCS dial and pebble-shaped Grade 5 titanium case” />The Watch of the Now
Ressence positions the TYPE 11 as a “Watch of the Now” that focuses on the present rather than vintage cues or futurist styling. The Orbital Convex System translates time into rotating discs and removes the crown, reimagining a mechanical watch for contemporary wear.
At its core is the Ressence Werk RW-01, the first movement designed and developed by the brand expressly to drive the ROCS. TYPE 11 represents a moment where movement and display are conceived together, aligning Ressence’s design-led philosophy with a proprietary engine developed with a specialist Swiss movement partner and compliant with COSC standards.
A Contemporary Classic in Titanium
The TYPE 11 is built around a 41 mm Grade 5 titanium case with lugs, 11 mm thickness and 45 mm lug-to-lug. It balances compact dimensions with the lightness of titanium, a polished finish and 3 ATM water-resistance.
A double-domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating underlines the smooth profile. Beneath it, a convex Grade 5 titanium dial carries the ROCS architecture: eccentric satellites display hours, minutes, seconds and power reserve via discs, with all indications engraved and filled with Grade A Super-LumiNova®.
Ressence offers Pine, Sky and Latte colourways. The power reserve disc uses light and dark ceramic micro-balls that change appearance as the barrel winds or unwinds, while a colour-matched seconds marker adds a discreet accent to each version.
Patented Power Reserve with Ceramic Micro-Balls
TYPE 11 offers a 60-hour power reserve that allows it to be set aside for a full weekend and still run on Monday. To track this reserve, Ressence has developed a patented indication that replaces a conventional hand with contrasting ceramic micro-balls.
As the movement winds, whether by the automatic rotor or via the caseback lever, lighter-toned balls emerge while darker ones recede to give an intuitive visual gauge of remaining energy; as power diminishes, the motion reverses.
RW-01 and Integrated ROCS
The Ressence Werk RW-01 departs from generic round calibres adapted to support a display module. Its triangular architecture is defined by two barrels and a central reference balance wheel, echoing the visual rhythm of a Ressence dial, with each movement bearing a unique serial number.
Designed to power the ROCS 11.1 module, RW-01 delivers self-winding convenience, 60 hours of autonomy, a 28,800 vph frequency, 40 jewels, 67 gears and 18 ball-bearings. Manual winding is handled via the caseback lever, and a viewing window offers a glimpse of the calibre while the main mechanical spectacle remains on the dial side.
Because RW-01 is conceived from the outset for a Ressence architecture, movement and ROCS form a unified system with components shared between what were once separate layers and titanium ball bearings for robustness.
Design, Comfort and Options
TYPE 11 is configured for everyday wear, weighing 49 grams including strap and composed of 439 components. The absence of a crown and the use of the caseback lever maintain a smooth profile and keep winding and setting against the wrist.
Ressence proposes four attachment options: leather, rubber, a leather–rubber hybrid and a titanium Milanese mesh secured by an ardillon buckle. Straight 20–18 mm inter-lugs with push-pins make strap changes straightforward.
Why It Matters
For GCC collectors, the Ressence TYPE 11 unites Grade 5 titanium construction, a breathable titanium Milanese option and a lume-rich display suited to bright environments. With its in-house RW-01 movement and integrated ROCS system, it offers a contemporary expression of independent watchmaking for enthusiasts who value design thinking and mechanical innovation in equal measure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ROCS display system in the Ressence TYPE 11?
ROCS stands for Orbital Convex System and uses rotating discs to display time on a convex Grade 5 titanium dial instead of traditional hands. The system removes the crown entirely and reimagines how a mechanical watch presents information for contemporary wear.
How does the power reserve indication work on the TYPE 11?
The TYPE 11 features a patented 60-hour power reserve indication that uses contrasting light and dark ceramic micro-balls instead of a conventional hand. As the movement winds, lighter balls emerge while darker ones recede, providing an intuitive visual gauge of remaining energy that reverses as power diminishes.
What makes the Ressence Werk RW-01 movement unique?
The RW-01 is Ressence’s first in-house movement designed specifically to power the ROCS display, featuring a distinctive triangular architecture with two barrels and a central reference balance wheel. Each movement is compliant with COSC standards and integrates seamlessly with the ROCS 11.1 module as a unified system.
