First Look: All-new MING 57.04 Iris Monopusher Chronograph
MING 57.04 Iris: A New Chapter in Design for the Brand's Eighth Anniversary
Orders open August 26 at 9am ET / 6am PT at collectivehorology.com.
MING has unveiled the 57.04 Iris, a monopusher chronograph that marks the brand’s eighth anniversary while simultaneously opening a new chapter in its design language. This is not a greatest-hits anniversary watch—it is a bold step forward.
Fifth-Generation Case Design
The 57.04 Iris introduces MING’s fifth-generation case architecture, a style the brand describes as a modern interpretation of Art Deco. The 40mm stainless steel case (11.85mm thick, 47.8mm lug-to-lug) is sculptural and bold, featuring stepped lugs comprised of nine separate components. These lugs showcase alternating finishes—polished tops and brushed sides—that highlight the layered construction.
For those who followed MING’s generational evolution, the fifth generation comes after a lineage of experimentation, maximalist forms, and monobloc simplicity. The fourth generation, in keeping with Asian superstition around the number four, was deliberately skipped.
The new case is also practical: it offers 100 meters of water resistance, double-sided antireflective sapphire crystals front and back, and a 20mm lug width for strap interchangeability.
Wrist Size: 6.5in / 16.5cm
Destro Monopusher Chronograph
The Iris also marks several firsts for MING. It is the brand’s first left-hand (destro) configuration, positioning the crown and monopusher at 9 o’clock. This setup allows for a larger, more tactile crown and pusher without interfering with wrist comfort.
Powering the watch is the Sellita for MING Caliber SW562.M1, a hand-wound monopusher chronograph developed in partnership with Sellita. It offers central chronograph seconds, a 30-minute counter at 6 o’clock, and a 60-hour power reserve. The movement is finished with anthracite bridges accented by a 4N gold-coated three-quarter plate, giving it both contrast and depth.
The dial changes color depending on lighting and the angle of reflection.
Iridescent Dial
While the case and movement establish technical credibility, the dial is the undeniable centerpiece. The “Iris” name comes from its constantly shifting spectrum of colors: turquoise, purple, and the blues in between. This dynamic effect is achieved with a multiphasic coating over a machined brass base, and the result is nearly impossible to capture in a single image.
The dial itself is deeply dished and fluted, with floating indices laser-cut into the top crystal and filled with MING’s proprietary Polar White luminous compound. At six o’clock, a luminous sandwich-style disc serves as the 30-minute totalizer. Even in darkness, the watch remains highly legible, thanks to the combination of lume on the dial, hands, and underside of the crystal.
Wearability, Strap and Bracelet
On the wrist, the Iris balances its visual boldness with ergonomic proportions. We had the chance to handle a prototype earlier this year at Watches & Wonders, and despite the larger 40mm size, the curved case and 47.8mm lug-to-lug length make it comfortable across a range of wrist sizes.
Wrist Size: 6.5in / 16.5cm
Each watch is delivered with MING’s stainless steel Universal Bracelet as well as an anthracite goat leather strap fitted with a tuck buckle.
Availability
The MING 57.04 Iris is limited to 100 pieces worldwide and will available at Collective Horology starting August 26 at 9am ET / 6am PT. Thanks as always for reading and supporting independent watchmaking.