UGOLINI MECCANICA WATCHES

Ugolini Meccanica Watches is an independent watch project based in Rome, Italy, built around experimentation, mechanical construction, and a fascination with technical materials. Founded by Riccardo Ugolini, the project began with his ambition to create a carbon-fibre watch, leading him to build his own CNC machining equipment and develop prototypes himself. The brand works with materials including carbon fibre, anodised aluminium, bronze and steel, while producing watches in small numbered series rather than through mass production. Its collections include models such as FORZA, HIRA, EVT-01, NO NAME and HIRA UNIQUE, with designs characterised by exposed construction, geometric cases and a pronounced tool-watch aesthetic. 

Brand Founder - Riccardo Ugolini

Riccardo Ugolini is the founder and creative force behind Ugolini Meccanica Watches. According to the brand's official profile, his journey began as a personal project rather than a conventional business venture. Wanting to build a carbon-fibre watch, he taught himself the technical processes involved and constructed his own CNC machining centre before developing his first prototypes. His approach combines hands-on experimentation with research into materials, machining and watch construction. The brand says Riccardo has spent more than four years designing, building and shipping mechanical watches to customers internationally. FORZA is identified as the first watch model signed by Riccardo for Ugolini Meccanica.