Urban Jürgensen / UJ-2 Platinum
Key Highlights
- Timothée Chalamet wore the Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 with platinum case and light silver dial at the 83rd Golden Globes.
- The UJ-2 is part of the newly introduced relaunch of one of watchmaking’s oldest and most storied houses.
- Fully handmade, each UJ-2 requires 565 hours of handwork by a master watchmaker.
- Features include a double wheel natural escapement, hand-turned guilloché dial and flame-blued hands.
- Available by private appointment or email, with further details at UrbanJurgensen.com and @urbanjurgensen.
On the Golden Globes red carpet
In Los Angeles on 11 January 2026, Timothée Chalamet stepped onto the red carpet of the 83rd Annual Golden Globes wearing a watch that quietly underscores connoisseurship: the Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 in platinum with a light silver dial. Nominated for Best Male Actor in a Comedy/Musical for his performance in Marty Supreme, he paired his evening attire with a timepiece drawn from one of haute horlogerie’s oldest names.
The choice is notable not for ostentation, but for substance. Where many awards-season watches trade on immediate recognition, the UJ-2 speaks to a more private appreciation of craft, aligning a leading voice in contemporary cinema with a maison now writing a new chapter in its long history.
A relaunch rooted in tradition
The UJ-2 forms part of the newly introduced relaunch of Urban Jürgensen, described in the brand’s communication as one of watchmaking’s oldest and most storied houses. Rather than relying on nostalgia alone, the relaunch focuses on the values that originally built the name: artisanal execution, mechanical refinement and a refusal to compromise on handwork.
This philosophy is underlined by the UJ-2’s construction. The piece is fully handmade, with each example demanding an exceptional 565 hours of work from a master watchmaker. In an era dominated by industrialised haute horlogerie, that figure speaks to a production model that prioritises depth of craft over volume.
Mechanical artistry in detail
At the heart of the UJ-2 is a double wheel natural escapement, a construction that remains rare even in the highest tiers of watchmaking. Its inclusion reinforces the maison’s standing among collectors who value mechanical originality as much as finishing. Combined with the extensive handwork declared for each watch, it positions the UJ-2 as a serious proposition for those who study movements as closely as they do aesthetics.
The dial underscores this commitment to traditional technique. Hand-turned guilloché, executed on classic machines, gives the light silver surface depth and texture that change subtly with the light. The flame-blued hands, achieved through careful heating, introduce a precise shade of blue that has long been associated with fine watchmaking. Together, these elements create a calm, luminous dial that suits formal occasions yet remains discreet.
Why it matters
Timothée Chalamet’s choice of the Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 at the Golden Globes places a handmade, technically sophisticated watch – complete with double wheel natural escapement and guilloché dial – in front of a global audience. For a house currently relaunching, this moment underscores its relevance to a new generation while remaining faithful to its storied origins.
For collectors in the GCC, the combination of platinum case, artisanal finishing and tightly controlled access via private appointment or email offers an appealing balance of discretion and rarity, supported by clear mechanical substance.
Purchases of the Urban Jürgensen UJ-2 are available via private appointment or through email, with further details at UrbanJurgensen.com and on Instagram at @urbanjurgensen. For curated updates on such launches and access-focused pieces tailored to discerning collectors in the region, we invite you to connect with our editorial team or subscribe to our GCC-focused newsletter.
