Hands-On With The ArtyA Luminity Wavy AMR-01

Whenever we’re in Geneva, it’s fun to stop by ArtyA. On any given day, the boutique could see a visit from a music star. Or, at one point, a custom motorcycle took center stage. Late last year, though, it was just us from Fratello who took up residence for an hour to see the brand’s latest offerings. ArtyA is known for pushing boundaries with case materials and overall designs. Today’s Luminity Wavy models channel some of those characteristics but come in a wearable size.

ArtyA isn’t your everyday watch brand. While movements are important, the materials and designs are the primary focus. From cases shaped like guitar headstocks to multicolored sapphire materials, we never quite know what we’ll see from the small Swiss maker. Toward the tail end of last year, though, we encountered a relative surprise. Here was ArtyA presenting us with, dare I say, a versatile new collection. The Luminity Wavy is a watch that I can pull off and wouldn’t mind doing so.

The ArtyA Luminity Wavy

I think it’s important to jump right to the punchline. These latest ArtyA watches have a 35mm diameter and a 13.45mm thickness. Yes, in 2026, we’re getting a whole collection of avant-garde pieces in a diameter that would have evoked laughter only a few short years ago. But here we are, and, dammit, I’m here for it! Besides, the Wavy case has a thick, organic form with a fit that disguises its smaller dimensions. But that’s not all. The watches are available with sapphire, titanium, or black DLC titanium cases. And the dials? Well, consider transparent sapphire, amazonite, or mother-of-pearl.

Strapping the watches on is still a bit of a rock ‘n’ roll affair. Suede is an option, but so is a nubuck-patterned strap. Either way, the accompaniments are paired with a jazzy pin buckle in a case-matching or complementary material. Oh, and each model is limited to 99 pieces.

Grade 5 titanium

The titanium Luminity Wavy features a Grade 5 case with blasted finishing on the top surface. Its sides, however, are polished, providing a stark contrast. ArtyA had a pair of these watches on hand when we visited. The transparent sapphire dial offered a clean, highly modern look, while the amazonite version gave off an entirely different vibe. No matter the choice, the watches sport an applied circular emblem and baton indexes. The dauphine-shaped central and sub-seconds hands are brushed with polished, chamfered edges.

Amazonite, a type of feldspar, has a bluish-green color and works perfectly with titanium’s medium gray tone. There’s no shame in choosing the all-sapphire dial, but just look at that stone! In person, the marbled pattern contrasts perfectly with the smooth case form. No matter which combination is chosen, the watches cost €16,000.

DLC titanium casts a different shadow

If the sandblasted titanium case exists as a modern, semi-bright option, the black DLC model is its brooding compatriot. Once again, this version is available with either an all-sapphire dial or one with amazonite or mother-of-pearl inserts. We spent time with the sapphire version, which is probably the most masculine-looking one. That said, there’s no doubt that the black shade reduces the watch’s visual mass. This piece, above all others, is best for those with smaller wrists. At €19,200, it’s the middle-priced option in the collection.

Sapphire, the exotic Luminity Wavy choice

I’ve watched sapphire cases come and go on high-end watches. They’ve always interested me from a production standpoint, but I’ve never truly bonded with them. This changed with the Luminity Wavy, though. Once again, the case size was the reason. I was still fortunate to have my summer tan when I tried the watch on, and I thought it looked great against my skin. Plus, the case curvature felt perfect around the wrist. Is this an absolute daily piece? I’m not so sure, but then again, I don’t live in LA or South Florida full-time!

I was a little concerned that the sapphire would end up reminding me of a clear plastic Swatch. However, it has more weight and an obviously harder feel. The most surprising aspect, though, is the warmth of the material. Yes, sapphire conducts heat at a rate of 40 times that of stainless steel. Forget California; this would be interesting in the Swiss Alps! Regardless, it was fun to wear and definitely worth checking out if something truly different interests you. However, the price of €37,500 with an all-sapphire dial or €37,900 with amazonite or mother-of-pearl puts it into an exclusive category.

The AMR-01 micro-rotor movement inside

The latest Luminity Wavy can pull off a 35mm diameter due to the diminutive movement inside its case. The automatic AMR-01 micro-rotor caliber has a 25.6mm diameter and a slim 3.6mm thickness. As an in-house movement, it boasts some rather impressive specs. It pairs a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour with an 82-hour power reserve.

The 35mm Luminity Wavy is worth a look

ArtyA always produces conversation pieces. From their dials to their case materials, the watches are undeniably recognizable. The 35mm Luminity Wavy models, though, are easily the brand’s most digestible watches on record. None of the options could be classed as inexpensive, but the titanium versions are more approachable than previous releases. Plus, the cases fit wonderfully and wear more like 37–38mm watches. Finally, the movements, with their finishing and performance numbers, are nothing to dismiss. All in all, if you’re in Geneva or in a city with an ArtyA authorized dealer, I’d suggest taking a closer look at any of these references.

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