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| Company type | Privately held |
|---|---|
| Industry | Retail |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Founders | Sujain Krishnan |
| Headquarters | , Australia |
Key people | Sujain Krishnan |
| Products | Clocks and watches |
| Owner | Sujain Krishnan |
| Website | Official website |
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