Introducing: J.N. Shapiro Infinity Series Pure
What We Know
The Infinity Series helped put J.N. Shapiro on collectors’ radars when it launched in 2018, and now the next evolution of that model is here with the Infinity Series Pure, a watch with the signature guilloché and three-dimensional handsets that Shapiro is known for, but now in their thinnest and smallest case yet. Measuring 37mm by 8.8mm in stainless steel, the Infinity Series Pure is the new entry point to the brand and is priced to be within reach of a broader audience.
The J.N. Shapiro Infinity Series Pure is available in two variations: one features white gold hands on a blackened zirconium dial, while the other offers rose gold hands on a frosted silver dial. Both use the brand’s signature “infinity weave” pattern – a basket weave within a basket weave – which they claim is the most complex guilloché pattern in the industry. The stylized serif numerals, minute and hour track, and subseconds ring are all engraved and blackened. The hands are sculpted, then polished and finished by hand.
While the watches feature a caseback that is engine-turned and hand-engraved, the case has otherwise been sourced through the Alternative Horological Alliance, allowing Shapiro to focus on his strengths in dial-making and hand-fabricating. Inside the watch is the La Joux-Perret F200, which keeps costs significantly lower than the fully made-in-America Resurgence. The movement has a 90-hour power reserve and is manually wound.
The Infinity Series Pure is limited to 18 per configuration and available by inquiry through J.N. Shapiro’s website. Pricing is set at $26,000, and deliveries are planned for Q4 2025.
What We Think
After J.N. Shapiro’s efforts to revive American watchmaking in its most complete form in decades with the Resurgence, I was impressed but concerned about the long-term demand for a $70,000 to $85,000 timepiece – a price that was quite a leap for the brand. So the one question was what the brand’s next move might be to maintain a more affordable price for other people wanting to support American watchmaking, or at least watchmaking with a portion of the craft made in America. The Infinity Series Pure looks like an attractive answer to that question.
The 37mm by 8.8mm case feels like proof in the metal—a measuring stick for the brand. In the way the Resurgence was a measuring stick to prove it could make a watch in America, this time, the Pure is a watch to prove it can do a compact size. I would imagine that 37mm is a size that will satisfy many customers looking for a more traditional dress watch.
The Basics
Brand: J.N. Shapiro Watches
Model: Infinity Series Pure
Diameter: 37mm
Thickness: 8.8mm
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel
Dial Color: Frosted silver dial with rose gold or blackened zirconium dial with white gold
Indexes: Engraved
Lume: None
Water Resistance: 50m
Strap/Bracelet: Delugs calfskin for J.N. Shapiro
The Movement
Caliber: La Joux-Perret F200
Functions: Hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds
Diameter: 30mm
Thickness: 2.7mm
Power Reserve: 90 hours
Winding: Manual winding
Frequency: 3Hz
Jewels: 21
Chronometer Certified: No
Additional Details: 19mm lug width; thickness without the crystal of 7.4mm; hand engine turned and hand-engraved solid caseback design
Pricing & Availability
Price: $26,000
Availability: Immediately with 50% deposit upon order, balance upon delivery; delivery of Q4 2025
Limited Edition: No, but production is limited to 18 pieces per spec.
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