The Titanium Field Guide

Ressence Type 8

The Ressence Type 8 is a current-production watch with a grade 5 titanium case, finished with polished and satin-finished. At 42 g it sits among the lighter watches in the guide, and is priced well above the $1,425 median across the guide. The maker states no nickel-bearing steel at any skin-contact point, across the case, caseback and bracelet.

All Ressence watchesWatch other watchesUnder 11 mm thickLightweightLightest, rankedGrade 5 titanium
Price
≈$21,006 (€18,000)
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 5
Weight
42 g (with strap)
Type
Other
Case diameter
42.9 mm
Thickness
11 mm
Origin
Belgium
Movement
Self-winding ETA 2892 base + ROCS 8; crownless, caseback setting; not oil-filled
Caliber
ETA 2892 + ROCS 8
Complications
Time only
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Polished and satin-finished
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
Leather strap
Crystal
Domed sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Cobalt blue, sage green; DE1/DE2 limited variants
Dial colours
Blue Green
Availability
Offered
Status
Current
Not published
Reference, Lug-to-lug, Water resistance, Power reserve, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet, Lume
High confidence Verified Sep 2026 Source: Ressence (maker) Spec checksGrade Jul 2026Price Jul 2026Weight Sep 2026 medium
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Ressence Type 8 nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, no nickel-bearing steel touches the skin: a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback, plus a non-steel crown and strap. That is what the guide records rather than a test of the watch, so confirm the contact points with the maker before buying if you react to nickel.

What is the case material of the Ressence Type 8?

The Ressence Type 8 has a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Ressence Type 8?

It is 42.9 mm in diameter, 11 mm thick.

How much does the Ressence Type 8 weigh?

About 42 g (w/ strap).

How much does the Ressence Type 8 cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $21,006.

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