KUDOKE 1&2_Tremblage_EN

Rooted in the rich Saxon tradition of watchmaking and guided by a deep commitment to handcraft, KUDOKE creates timepieces defined not by excess, but by depth and character.

With the introduction of tremblage dials for the KUDOKE 1 and KUDOKE 2, the manufacture turns to one of the most refined and demanding engraving techniques in haute horlogerie. These new executions will be unveiled for the first time at the Masters of Horology exhibition of the AHCI in Geneva from April 13 to 18, 2026.

At first glance, the surface appears calm, almost understated. Yet with time, it reveals a remarkable depth – a quiet expression of patience, control, and true craftsmanship.

Tremblage is recognized instantly, yet only fully understood upon closer inspection. This traditional engraving technique is among the most demanding forms of surface finishing in haute horlogerie and is deeply rooted in classical watchmaking, including the long-standing Saxon tradition of fine hand engraving.

The name “Tremblage” is derived from the French word “trembler”—meaning “to tremble” or “to vibrate”—and accurately describes the characteristic motion used to hand-work the surface with a fine graver in countless steps.

At KUDOKE, this process is carried out entirely in-house, from the first touch of the graver to the final finish, including the electroplating. Each piece therefore carries the unmistakable signature of the artisan’s unique craftsmanship.

The greatest challenge lies in achieving the perfect balance: a seemingly calm, uniform surface is created through thousands of minute, precisely controlled movements. Even the slightest deviation in pressure or angle would disrupt the overall effect. It is precisely this consistency and precision that make tremblage one of the most subtle and, at the same time, most demanding disciplines of engraving.

The result is a surface of remarkable subtlety – soft, almost velvety, absorbing light rather than reflecting it, and revealing a quiet yet profound sense of depth.

KUDOKE 1 – Tremblage

In the KUDOKE 1, the tremblage surface becomes the stage for a reduced, classical design – while opening up new possibilities of expression.

The characteristic small seconds can be executed either as a contrasting circular-grained subdial or fully integrated into the tremblage surface, creating two distinct visual identities – one defined by contrast, the other by continuity. 

Applied rhodium-plated elements rise crisply from the textured background, creating a balanced interplay between depth and clarity. The result is a dial that feels both calm and alive.

KUDOKE 2 – Tremblage

The KUDOKE 2 explores tremblage in dialogue with its signature day/night display.

The engraved surface forms a serene, almost meditative backdrop for the sculptural celestial motif. The matte structure enhances the depth of the sun, moon, and stars, allowing the display to unfold with quiet intensity.

Rather than competing for attention, the tremblage serves as a subtle stage – elevating the visual presence of one of the watch’s defining features.

The new tremblage dials are available in three galvanic color variations: yellow gold, black rhodium, and white rhodium – each carefully matched to the design of the models, particularly the day/night disc of the KUDOKE 2.

Each dial is one of a kind. No pattern is repeated, no surface is exactly identical. What remains is an impression of perfect tranquility – and the knowledge of the intense, invisible craftsmanship behind it.

The Tremblage versions are now available as an option for the KUDOKE 1 and KUDOKE 2 models, for an additional charge of 3,750 EUR plus VAT.

With this extension, KUDOKE continues its philosophy: watchmaking as a quiet art form – shaped by time, dedication, and the pursuit of giving expression to every detail.