Independent British Horology Report

The Oxfordshire Masterpiece: How Pinion Created the Neutron Dual RD Mechanical Watch

Housed in a refined 38mm stainless steel case with an engine-turned electroplated burgundy dial and high-grade Swiss ETA 2893-2 dual-time movement, this independent British creation challenges the luxury establishment.

Report by James Thornton • Senior Horological Contributor

Published in South Oxfordshire, United Kingdom • September 2026 • 6 min read

Pinion Neutron Dual RD • 38mm Pinion Neutron Dual RD British Mechanical Watch

September 2026 Batch: 7 of 50 Pieces Remaining

Official Retail: £1,450.00 Save 73% Direct

£389.00 Special Direct Workshop Allocation

Swiss ETA 2893-2 Automatic: Regulated in-house across 3 positions to chronometer standards.
Dual 24-Hour GMT Complication: Read local and home time simultaneously at a glance.
Electroplated Red Dial: Guilloche engine-turned central disc with applied polished nickel numerals.
Handcrafted Leather Strap: Finished by hand in England with signed 316L pin buckle.
100 Metres Water Resistance: Robust push-down double o-ring crown and solid caseback.

Secure Workshop Allocation

Includes 2-Year International Warranty • Free Royal Mail Special Delivery

The Watchmaker Story

Independent British Horology Crafted in South Oxfordshire

Founded in 2013 by professional designer and horological purist Piers Berry, Pinion Watch Company was born out of a desire to create mechanical wristwatches that embody distinct British design sensibilities, quiet typographic discipline, and genuine engineering substance.

Unlike corporate Swiss luxury conglomerates that charge tens of thousands of pounds for marketing campaigns and ambassador sponsorships, Pinion remains strictly independent. Every timepiece is conceived, designed, hand-assembled, and individually regulated in the South Oxfordshire atelier.

"With the Neutron Dual RD, we wanted a compact 38mm watch that feels authoritative on the wrist, yet offers genuine complication utility. The electroplated red dial paired with an engine-turned center transforms with shifting light, turning a practical 24-hour dual-time tool into a piece of enduring sculptural craftsmanship." — Piers Berry, Founder & Design Director, Pinion Watch Co.

The name Pinion refers to the fundamental gear that drives hands forward in mechanical watch movements. It reflects an obsession with the mechanical heartbeat beneath the dial, delivering uncompromised horological precision to discerning collectors.

Pinion Neutron Dual RD Electroplated Red Dial Detail

Interactive Dual-Time Simulator

Experience the 24-Hour GMT Complication

Move the London GMT hour slider below to see how the Neutron Dual's independent 24-hour hand synchronises worldwide times seamlessly.

London • Local Time (GMT)
14:00
Primary Dial • 12-Hour Hands

New York • EDT (GMT -5)

09:00

Secondary 24H Hand Tracking

Tokyo • JST (GMT +9)

23:00

International Time Horizon

Adjust London Reference Time 14:00 GMT

Engineering Precision

Built Without Compromise

Every element of the Neutron Dual RD reflects meticulous mechanical consideration, from hand-finished surfaces to chronometer-grade regulation.

Swiss ETA 2893-2 Calibre

Renowned for robust reliability, this high-beat (28,800 vph) automatic movement features 21 jewels, 42 hours power reserve, and is regulated in 3 positions by Pinion watchmakers in England.

Engine-Turned Guilloche

The central 24-hour disc is decorated with classical engine-turned circular waves, framed by an electroplated deep burgundy chapter ring and applied polished nickel numerals.

Domed Sapphire Crystal

Scratch-resistant synthetic sapphire crystal treated with multi-layer anti-reflective coating on the underside, ensuring crystal clarity under any lighting condition.

100M Water Resistance

Engineered for genuine everyday resilience. Push-down crown with dual internal o-rings and a solid 316L engraved stainless steel caseback tested to 10 ATM.

Super-LumiNova Radium

Swiss-made Old Radium Super-LumiNova applied to hands and dial batons emits a warm vintage glow by day and intense green luminescence in low light.

British Atelier Assembly

Every piece is individually assembled, oiled, regulated, and verified on timing machines in South Oxfordshire, England, accompanied by signed workshop papers.

Visual Gallery

The Art of British Horology

Examine the details of the Pinion Neutron Dual RD through studio macro and lifestyle photography.

Engine-Turned Centre & Applied Numerals

38mm Brushed 316L Stainless Steel Case

Solid Engraved Caseback • 100 Metres Tested

Handcrafted Leather Strap & Engraved Buckle

Comfortable 38mm Proportions on the Wrist

Rich Burgundy Electroplated Sunray Finish

Full Technical Specifications

Complete Specifications

Certified manufacturer technical parameters for the Pinion Neutron Dual RD.

Case & Architecture

Case Diameter 38 mm (excluding crown)

Lug to Lug Length 45 mm

Case Thickness 11 mm (including domed glass)

Lug Width 20 mm

Case Material 316L Stainless Steel (Brushed)

Water Resistance 100 Metres / 10 ATM

Crown Push-down with double o-ring seals

Caseback Solid engraved 316L steel, brushed

Weight 55g (75g with leather strap)

Movement & Dial

Calibre Swiss ETA 2893-2 Automatic

Vibrations 28,800 vph (4 Hz)

Jewels 21 Synthetic Rubies

Power Reserve 42 Hours (typical)

Regulation 3-Position in-house (+/- 5 to 15 s/d)

Dial Texture Electroplated red, engine-turned center

Numerals Polished nickel applied by hand

Crystal Domed sapphire with underside AR coating

Luminescence Swiss Super-LumiNova ‘Old Radium’

Specification / Feature	Pinion Neutron Dual RD	Standard Swiss Luxury GMT	Mass-Market Fashion Watch
Origin & Build	Handcrafted • South Oxfordshire, UK	Swiss Factory Assembly Line	Far East Mass Production
Mechanical Movement	Swiss ETA 2893-2 Regulated	In-house / Modified ETA	Low-cost Quartz or Generic
Dial Finish	Electroplated Guilloche + Applied Numerals	Printed / Lacquered	Flat Stamped Plastic/Brass
Water Resistance	100m / 10 ATM (Double O-Rings)	50m to 100m	30m (Splash only)
Direct Workshop Price	£389.00 (MSRP £1,450)	£6,500 – £9,800	£220 – £350

Collector Feedback

Verified British Owner Reviews

Read experiences from British collectors who wear the Pinion Neutron Dual RD daily.

★★★★★

"The 38mm case diameter is absolute perfection. It wears with remarkable balance on my 7-inch wrist. The electroplated red dial has subtle depth; in daylight it glows like fine wine, while the engine-turned center gives it an artisanal feel you normally only find in bespoke independents."

Arthur Pendelton

Kensington, London

Verified Collector

★★★★★

"I travel regularly between Edinburgh and Singapore. The second 24-hour time zone hand is delightfully intuitive to set with the crown. The ETA 2893-2 movement has kept time to +3 seconds per day over four months. Piers Berry's design eye is second to none."

Malcolm Fraser

Edinburgh, Scotland

Verified Collector

★★★★★

"The workshop allocation price was unbelievable. At £389 for a genuine British-assembled mechanical timepiece with an ETA dual-time movement, domed sapphire, and handcrafted leather strap, it is unquestionably the best value independent watch in Britain today."

Julian Vance-More

Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire

Verified Collector

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything You Need to Know

Transparent answers about the Pinion workshop allocation, dispatch, and servicing.

Pinion operates as an independent atelier. To celebrate our ongoing British watchmaking heritage and expand our direct collector base in 2026, a limited release of 50 serialized timepieces is allocated directly to British horology enthusiasts without retail markup, showroom overhead, or dealer commissions.

The watch is driven by a top-grade Swiss ETA 2893-2 automatic calibre featuring 21 synthetic rubies, 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), and a 42-hour power reserve. Each movement is individually inspected, oiled, and regulated in 3 positions in our Oxfordshire atelier.

The main hour and minute hands indicate your local time. The secondary central hand points to the inner 24-hour track and can be set independently in one-hour increments using the crown, allowing you to track a secondary home or international time zone simultaneously.

Every Pinion Neutron Dual RD is backed by our comprehensive 2-Year International Manufacturer Warranty covering the mechanical movement and craftsmanship. Furthermore, UK collectors enjoy a statutory 14-day inspection window with full return privileges.

All allocations are dispatched via Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm with end-to-end tracking and full transit insurance. Delivery is completely free across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

Limited Workshop Batch

Reserve Your Pinion Neutron Dual RD

Direct workshop allocation strictly limited to 50 numbered pieces for UK collectors.

Allocation Status: 43 of 50 Allocated 7 Pieces Remaining

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Model: Pinion Neutron Dual RD (38mm Automatic GMT)

Strap Selection: Dark Brown Leather

Standard Manufacturer Retail: £1,450.00

Direct Workshop Privilege Discount: -£1,061.00 (73% Off)

Insured UK Royal Mail Special Delivery: FREE (£0.00)

Total Amount Payable: £389.00 (Incl. VAT)

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