Some objects feel crafted.
Others feel unearthed.
The Artifact I is not a clean dial. It is not modern. It is not meant to explain itself.
This piece presents as a distressed relic—marked by unfamiliar symbols and worn surfaces that suggest age far beyond our own records. Whether it was pulled from deep desert soil, salvaged from a forgotten civilization, or recovered from something not of this world is left deliberately unanswered.
What is certain is that The Artifact I carries presence. Every imperfection is intentional. Every mark contributes to a story still unfolding.
The Story
Legends speak of objects that surface at the edges of time—items that don’t belong to any known culture yet feel oddly familiar. The symbols etched into this dial may be ceremonial… navigational… or something else entirely. Their meaning is unknown, but their placement is precise.
This dial was created to look aged but preserved, as though it was valued and cared for across centuries. Not abandoned. Not broken. Simply… waiting.
Details & Specifications
• Material: Solid brass
• Diameter: 29mm
• Finish: Laser-embossed with intentional distressing
• Lume: Hand-painted aged green lume
• Alignment: 3 o’clock notch for precise installation
• Style: Sterile center, relic-inspired design
Each dial is individually finished by hand. No two pieces are ever exactly alike.
Important Notes
• Dial only (no movement, hands, or case included)
• Designed for custom builds and one-of-a-kind watches
• Made individually, not mass produced
• Slight variations are part of the design and story
From the Watchmaker
At COYOTE RIDGE WATCHES, every piece is created one at a time in the high desert of New Mexico—where time moves differently, craftsmanship still matters, and mystery isn’t something to be erased.
The Artifact I is for builders, collectors, and storytellers who want more than a dial.
It’s for those who want a watch that feels like it has already lived a life.
Once this piece is gone, it may never surface again.
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Some artifacts aren’t meant to be understood. Only worn.
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