Just Under The Radar

The MC-1 from Split Watches -

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This one was certainly not on my radar, but I must say that I am a bit intrigued.

The MC-1 is the creation of Ed Margulies. Mr. Margulies has had stints as the UK distributor / brand manager for several well known Swiss brands and has since focused his energies on launching his own brand - Split.

The first piece to launch is the MC series, and although it comes in several colorways, my personal favorite is the MC-1.

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The MC-1 is a bi-compax chronograph. It is powered by Seiko's NE86A, a self-winding (automatic) movement. The case measures 42 mm in diameter and is of Ceramod+, if the AI info is to be believed, Ceramod+ is a proprietary blend of ceramics and polymers unique to Split.

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Now full disclosure, I have never seen or held one in person, but it is a striking time machine. I will try to reach out Split to see if I can get some more background ; )