Two seriously unique watches just dropped that are anything but ordinary.
Malaysia’s Ming brings a colour-changing chronograph that shifts between purple, blue, and green, while Switzerland’s Nepro revives a wild 70s design with solar power and OLED displays. These conversation starters prove that watchmaking is still full of surprises.
Ming 57.04 Iris Monopusher Chronograph
Malaysian watchmaker Ming is celebrating its eighth birthday with a statement piece. The new 57.04 Iris Monopusher Chronograph introduces the brand’s fifth-generation design language while showing off a more playful side. Limited to only 100 pieces, this anniversary release is both a nod to Ming’s past and a glimpse into its future.
For the first time, Ming is presenting a left-handed or “destro” model. The oversized crown, which also functions as the single chronograph pusher, is positioned on the left side of the 40 millimetre stainless steel case. With its triple-stepped lugs, polished and brushed finishing, and water resistance of 100 meters, the Iris blends Art Deco curves with Ming’s modern identity.
The highlight of the 57.04 Iris is its chameleon-like dial. Depending on the light, it shifts across shades of purple, blue, and green, creating a dynamic visual effect. Laser-cut luminous indices appear beneath the sapphire crystal, while the chronograph minute counter at six o’clock offers a striking contrast with its circularly brushed black finish. The result is a dial that feels bold yet balanced.
The 57.04 Iris stands out with a dial that shifts between purple, blue, and green, creating a captivating play of colour. Its laser-cut luminous indices sit beneath the sapphire crystal, while a black chronograph counter at six o’clock adds sharp contrast. Inside, the customised Sellita SW562.M1 movement delivers a 60-hour power reserve with chronograph functions, finished with an anthracite mainplate and gold plate that showcase Ming’s mix of precision and elegance.
The Ming 57.04 Iris Monopusher Chronograph is priced at CHF 6,250 (~RM33,125) and will be available in a limited run of 100 pieces exclusively through Ming and selected retailers.
Nepro Neprosolar 1976 Revival
Swiss watchmaker Nepro has made a comeback, bringing back one of its most futuristic creations from the 1970s. The new Neprosolar 1976 Revival combines retro design with modern solar-powered tech, giving collectors a timepiece that feels both nostalgic and fresh. Originally launched at Baselworld in 1976, the Neprosolar was ahead of its time, and this 2025 reissue captures that spirit while adapting it for today.
The Neprosolar stands out with its boomerang-shaped steel case and driver-style display, tilted for easy reading while keeping your hands on the wheel. Its OLED red light display brings back the glow of classic LED watches but with brighter legibility, even in sunlight. Time and date functions are activated with a push of a button, keeping the experience authentic to the original 70s design.
What sets this revival apart is its solar-powered movement that charges with 20 hours of light and stores three years of battery life, plus 30 meters of water resistance and unique spring-powered aluminium packaging. The Neprosolar isn’t for everyone, but its quirky design and retro charm make it an appealing collector’s piece for fans of vintage-inspired tech seeking something different from typical Swiss luxury watches.
The Nepro Neprosolar 1976 Revival is priced at USD 855 (~RM3,960) and is now available for purchase through Nepro’s official website.
