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Memorigin

Hong Kong, Hong Kong · Est. 2011

Founded by William Shum

Memorigin is a Hong Kong-based tourbillon specialist founded in 2011 by William Shum. The brand positions itself as a local Hong Kong tourbillon maker, combining Chinese and Western design cues with flying tourbillon movements, cultural themes, and limited collaborations across collections such as Stellar, Glorious, Art, and Lady Tourbillon.

Founded
2011
Headquarters
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Group
Independent
Price Segment
Mid
Status
Active

Why this brand matters

Memorigin matters because it made the tourbillon the center of a Hong Kong watch brand identity, offering culturally expressive and comparatively accessible tourbillon watches outside the traditional Swiss luxury system.

Known for

  • Hong Kong tourbillon specialization
  • Founder William Shum
  • Stellar and Glorious tourbillon series
  • Cultural and collaboration-led limited editions

Key Collections

  • Stellar Series — Astronomical and cultural tourbillon designs, including automatic flying-tourbillon variants with GMT and power-reserve displays.
  • Glorious Series — A modern Memorigin line tied to the brand’s Hong Kong identity and specialty-store milestone.
  • Lady Tourbillon — Women-focused tourbillon models that adapt the brand’s complication-first identity to smaller, jewelry-adjacent designs.

Timeline

  • 2011 — Memorigin is founded in Hong Kong by William Shum with the mission of making tourbillon watches accessible to a broader audience.
  • 2014 — Gains international media attention through creative collaborations and artistic tourbillon designs, establishing Hong Kong as a source of accessible complications.
  • 2018 — Expands its global distribution network and continues to refine its proprietary tourbillon offerings across multiple collections.
  • 2022 — Releases limited-edition art series tourbillons featuring hand-painted enamel dials, bridging the gap between accessible complications and decorative artistry.

Frequently Asked Questions about Memorigin

Are Memorigin tourbillons real?
Yes. Memorigin uses genuine flying tourbillon movements — not simulated or open-heart designs. The brand has made real tourbillon complications accessible at prices starting around $3,000.
Where are Memorigin watches made?
Memorigin is headquartered in Hong Kong and uses movements manufactured in China, which are then assembled, finished, and quality-controlled under the brand's supervision.

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