Techné Instruments

Presentation

The word "techné" comes from the Ancient Greek τέχνη, which translates to craftsmanship or craft, « the rational method involved in producing an object through art ».

Launched in Autumn 2009, the watches designed by and manufactured for Techné Instruments have enjoyed a growing popularity on Horological forums in merit of their quality and retro-inspired utilitarian design.

Each timepiece signed by Techné Instruments is the result of a careful design process that blends ergonomics and style.

Philosophy

Our analogue chronographs are the best showcase of the Techné philosophy: every register and hand is made to look different, because each one tells a different story.

Commenting on the Techné watch he reviewed, prominent columnist Ariel Adams wrote: « Wearing the watch for a while I found is very easy to live with and read. It could be a fun mechanical watch that you like to wear on special occasions or even as a daily wear. Especially good for fans of the aviator look, but (who) don't want a larger watch. »

Sustainability

At Techné Instruments, we try to uphold accountability and sustainability:

  • Whenever possible, we use watch calibres with a renewable energy source
  • We compensate for our carbon emissions through a partnership with CarbonFund.org
  • Whenever possible, we try to run our business' Web site and electronic correspondence on carbon-neutral servers
  • Whenever possible, we use recycled paper for our printed literature; and recycled cardboard for our shipping boxes
  • We donate to the Asia Foundation, a nonprofit committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region

News Reel

We took delivery of the new SPARROWHAWK II on week 50 of 2011.

Techné is proud to be one of the first brands in the world to offer this novelty hybrid calibre from Seiko Instruments, that combines the best of the electronic and mechanical worlds.

Relying upon a quartz resonator powered by a mercury-free battery, the VK63 uses step motors  and mechanical action for the start, stop and reset operations.

Last posts

What is so special about this new calibre?

We are very enthusiastic about this new calibre VK63 because it uses a novelty energy-efficient construction not seen for the last 15 years.

Picture gallery of the SparrowHawk II

We have recently published under Creative Common license high-resolution pictures of the new collection SparrowHawk II.
Feel free to download for use as desktop background or for redistribution.