Chronoswiss presents the Neo Digiteur Pastel Code, a fresh and unexpected three-part drop of its mechanical digital icon. Following the return of the Neo Digiteur, Chronoswiss now pushes the concept further into a more playful, contemporary and expressive direction.
The new editions bring soft pastel tones into one of the boldest mechanical displays in modern watchmaking. Each version is limited to 99 pieces only and becomes a mechanical digital statement with a new visual temperature.

THE WATCH WITHOUT HANDS
The Neo Digiteur continues the story of one of the most unconventional Chronoswiss creations. First introduced by founder Gerd-Rüdiger Lang in 2005, the original Digiteur was a mechanical outlier: a watch without traditional hands, displaying time through sharp windows, powered entirely by gears, discs and mechanical energy.

Twenty years later, Chronoswiss revived the concept with the Neo Digiteur, re-engineering the idea for the Modern Mechanical era. Its display remains deliberately different: jumping hour at 12 o’clock, sweeping minutes in the center and sweeping seconds in a horizontal window at 6 o’clock.

Together, these three indications form a mechanical digital regulator. A regulator without hands. A digital display without electronics. A complication that feels futuristic, but beats entirely analogue.

PASTEL, BUT NEVER SOFT
With the Pastel Code editions, Chronoswiss takes the Neo Digiteur into a new colour dimension. The tailored rectangular case, sharp architecture and mechanical digital display remain, but the dial now receives a lighter, more playful attitude.

Rose, Mint and Sky bring a clean pastel language to the watch, creating a strong contrast with the technical display and architectural case shape. The result is softer in colour, but not in character. The dial receives its distinctive matte yet lively finish through a special sandblasting technique, followed by a lacquer treatment that adds depth and subtle movement to the surface.
The Neo Digiteur Rose brings a warm, light pink tone to the mechanical digital display, while the Neo Digiteur Mint introduces a fresh green pastel with a modern edge. The Neo Digiteur Sky adds a soft blue expression, giving the timepiece a clear, airy presence.
Three colours. Three codes. One handless mechanical icon.

THE SHAPE OF A DIGITAL ICON
What sets the Neo Digiteur apart immediately is its case. The tailored rectangular stainless-steel construction stays faithful to the spirit of the original Digiteur while feeling sharper, cleaner and more contemporary.

Its barrel-shaped silhouette has been fully reimagined by the Chronoswiss design team at the Atelier Lucerne. Assertive lines, a pronounced profile and polished edges create a sculptural presence on the wrist. A sandblasted horizontal segment on the side of the case adds contrast and lightness to the geometry.
The crown is a modern interpretation of the traditional Chronoswiss onion shape, flattened on the underside for improved ergonomics and visual coherence.

MECHANICAL DIGITAL TIME
Inside the Neo Digiteur Pastel Code beats the hand-wound Chronoswiss Caliber C.85757, named in reference to the original Chronoswiss postal code from 1983. Beating at 3 Hz and offering a 48-hour power reserve, the movement is fitted with a proprietary in-house module developed by Chronoswiss.
This module manages the energy demands of the jumping hour system while driving the smooth progression of the minute and second discs. The result is a rare display architecture that separates time into three mechanical digital indications while remaining fully analogue at its core.

Unlike the first Neo Digiteur editions celebrating the anniversary of the icon, the Pastel Code versions do not feature hand-guilloché movement decoration, but instead a full Côtes de Genève finish. The focus therefore shifts to visual clarity and a contemporary design language. The shaped sapphire crystal caseback window

remains, however, as a reminiscence of the legendary rectangular Fleurier movements used in the very first Digiteur from 2005.

NOT RETRO. RE-CODED.
The Neo Digiteur Pastel Code is not a simple colour variation. It is a new, contemporary reading of a Chronoswiss icon.

A watch without hands. A mechanical digital display. A rectangular case with attitude. And now, a pastel code that makes the complication feel even more unexpected.

The Neo Digiteur was never designed to blend in. In Rose, Mint and Sky, it proves once again that mechanical watchmaking can be serious without being predictable.

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THE PERPETUAL MOTION OF LIGHT
Staying true to the defining features of the collection, the two limited editions combine elegant design with watchmaking expertise. An exclusive guilloché, dressed in ice blue, where every reflection reveals a new expression of light. The new details complement the redesigned case, refined proportions and carefully considered finishes, of the Clifton collection relaunched in 2025.
Powered by the Baumatic manufacture movement, renowned for its five-day power reserve, precision and resistance to everyday magnetic fields, Clifton combines lasting performance with elegant design. Available in two complementary interpretations – a 39 mm Automatic, date, and an exceptional 40 mm Automatic, Perpetual Calendar – these new creations present the Clifton collection in a new light.

THE COLLECTION’S VINTAGE INSPIRATION
Inspired by vintage aesthetic codes of the 1950s, the Clifton collection stands out for its attention to every detail: harmonious proportions, refined finishes, and clean readability. Echoing the watchmaking elegance of the 1950s inspirational model, the proportions have been refined with a more compact and balanced case, highlighting a silhouette that is both contemporary and timeless. The domed sapphire crystal, Arabic numerals positioned at key points, and the integrated crown perfectly following the lines of the case have also been introduced.
The ice blue hue serves as the ultimate detail, nodding to that particular design era of the 50s. It fully expresses the essence of Baume & Mercier where watchmaking savoir-faire and sophistication meet in a signature that is both discreet and assertive.
Since its redesign in 2025, Clifton has continued to evolve while remaining faithful to its original spirit. These two new limited editions further enrich the collection, reaffirming its place as the Maison’s watchmaking signature.

THE MOMENT ONLY YOU NOTICE
Life is about moments. The ones that stop you. The ones that stay with you.
The ones you didn’t know you were carrying – until something brings them back.
The moment you pause, when everyone else walks past.
A quality of light through a window. The worn edge of something made to last.
A detail so considered, it could only have been intentional.
Some moments belong entirely to the present, others carry the weight of another era – and refuse to be forgotten.
The rarest moments are both. When something stops time and you know, without knowing why, that you’ll remember this.

YOU DON’T CHASE THESE MOMENTS. YOU SIMPLY KNOW TO VALUE THEM.

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An invitation to a moment of reverie, of escape — like the soothing notes of Moon River. Following in the footsteps of the DBD, one of the Maison’s emblematic models, De Bethune revisits the digital display of time with the DB25 Digitale.

Reflections by Night, Beneath the Stars

De Bethune expresses a contemporary aesthetic, alive with glints of light, riffing on its own codes while drawing its inspiration from nature.

The dial of the DB25 Digitale is a meticulous study in evoking the delicate imagery of a nocturnal scene beneath the stars. The layered, refined finishes recall the reflections of a tranquil river in the moonlight.

Eighty-two elements combine to create this contemplative tableau. Every detail, from the starlit sky to the guillochage, contributes to its sense of serenity and wonder. The barleycorn motif evokes the language of classical watchmaking, while the random guilloché on blued titanium introduces a distinctly contemporary expression.

Legibility and Contemplation

This multifaceted display — digital for the jumping hours, analogue for the minutes, spherical for the moon phase — frees the watch from hands and hour markers, giving full expression to a richly considered work of aesthetic composition.

“ T O B R E A K F R E E F R O M T H E T R A D I T I O N A L C O D E S O F T E L L I N G T H E T I M E I S T O O P E N U P A S PAC E F O R C R E AT I O N :
W O R K I N G D E E P I N T O T H E M AT E R I A L , E X P L O R I N G F I N I S H E S , P L AY I N G W I T H L I G H T, U N T I L A N A L M O S T PA I N T I N G –

L I K E  H A R M O N Y E M E R G E S . T I M E I S N O L O N G E R S O M E T H I N G YO U R E G I S T E R — I T B E C O M E S S O M E T H I N G YO U C O N T E M P L AT E . ” — D E N I S F L A G E O L L E T, C O – F O U N D E R O F D E B E T H U N E A N D M A S T E R WAT C H M A K E R

The dial’s concentric architecture is anchored by the spherical moon at its centre. Its two polished hemispheres — one in palladium, the other in flame-blued steel — indicate the moon phase with an accuracy to within one lunar day every 1,112 years.

The way the materials are worked, together with the various heat treatments applied to the titanium, produces a deep gradient of blue that underpins the technical complexity of the piece.

Beneath this serene display lies a sophisticated micro ball-bearing system that drives both the jumping-hour display and the rotating minute disc.

Performance and Precision of the 3 rd Generation DB2144 Calibre

The sapphire exhibition case-back reveals the latest evolution of an in-house De Bethune movement. For the first time, the Maison’s random guilloché motif extends onto the deltoid bridge, creating a visual dialogue between dial and movement. Through this window, a number of patents and innovations on the Calibre DB2144V3 come into view — among them the self-regulating twin barrel, the latest titanium-and-grey-gold balance wheel, the De Bethune balance spring with its flat terminal curve, and the triple pare-chute shock-absorbing system.

A De Bethune Signature

Crafted from grade 5 titanium for lightness, the DB25 Digitale’s 42 mm case is mirror-polished, with a discreet bezel that leaves the dial to take centre stage. The slender, openworked and rounded lugs, with their hallmark ‘bullet’ aesthetic, accentuate the case’s sloping geometry — a design that underlines the roundness of the piece and hugs the wrist.

Paired with an extra-supple, dark blue, lined alligator strap and a matching polished titanium pin buckle, the DB25 Digitale joins the Maison’s signature DB25 collection.

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“Titanium has never been simply a technical choice for Bvlgari. Since 2014, it has become one of the Maison’s most distinctive creative languages, allowing us to rethink proportions, sensations on the wrist, and the very expression of contemporary watchmaking. Its combination of lightness, strength and versatility opens possibilities that few other materials can offer.
The creations we are presenting at Geneva Watch Days each explore a different facet of that philosophy. Whether through an unprecedented dialogue with Vianney Halter, the artistic experimentation of the Dazzle, or a fresh interpretation of the Bvlgari Titanio, they demonstrate how a single material can inspire remarkably diverse expressions. For us, innovation is not only about technical achievement, but also about giving every watch its own identity while remaining true to the Maison’s vision,” Jonathan Brinbaum, Managing Director of Bvlgari Watches.

OCTO FINISSIMO DUAL TIME × VIANNEY HALTER: TWO WORLDS BECOME ONE

For Geneva Watch Days 2026, Bvlgari crosses a new threshold by partnering for the first time with an independent watchmaker on the Octo Finissimo collection: Vianney Halter.
Here, two identities meet in a creation of rare coherence, where every detail testifies to a mastered balance between two distinct signatures.

An unprecedented collaboration in Octo Finissimo History
Geneva Watch Days 2026: Bvlgari partners with master watchmaker Vianney Halter for a collaboration that transcends the boundaries between two worlds that seem, at first glance, to be opposites. It is a first for this iconic collection: never before has an independent watchmaker worked from the Octo Finissimo’s iconic movement as the foundation for his own vision. The joint design by Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Product Creation Executive Director at Bvlgari, and Vianney Halter takes the Octo Finissimo into uncharted territory — a retrofuture somewhere between the Victorian era and science fiction, inspired by Jules Verne and precision engineering.
Vianney Halter stands apart in haute horlogerie. Passionate about aviation, mechanics and graphic novels, this independent watchmaker with an immediately recognisable style creates pieces that are as much mechanical sculptures as timekeepers. His aesthetic — composed of industrial details, multiple displays and three-dimensional architectural complexity — has made him one of the most singular and collected personalities of his generation.

“I enjoy partnerships like this one — they force my mind to adapt to another party’s imperatives. It is an exercise I rarely get to experience when creating for myself, as I design the movement and the case simultaneously. The Octo Finissimo, with its specific aesthetic and technical mastery, made the challenge even more compelling. Adapting to Bvlgari’s essence while integrating my own style and mechanical ideas is a stimulating exercise, especially when the dialogue is fluid and engaging. This experience is the perfect definition of a collaboration!” says Vianney Halter.

“Collaborations are always interesting from a creative and personal perspective. You must decide what you are willing to give and what you are willing to receive, and in this regard, the personal relationship that develops is one of the key elements. With Vianney Halter, we found common ground immediately. We discussed from the outset what would be interesting to create together from both a technical and creative perspective, and the result merges two universes while keeping both instantly recognisable. The rigorous geometry of the Octo Finissimo case enhances the construction of independent dials, characteristic of Vianney Halter; the ultra-thin movement integrates new functions while preserving the distinctive qualities that have earned its reputation among watch enthusiasts,” explains Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Product Creation Executive Director.

The essence of two universes in perfect balance
The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo collection embodies the ideal union of watchmaking engineering and refined Italian aesthetics. Celebrated for its 10 world records, this line defines contemporary elegance by continually pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Each piece is a work of art, characterised by a subtle interplay of innovative materials and consistently groundbreaking finishes.

The Octo Finissimo Dual Time × Vianney Halter sacrifices nothing of one identity for the other. The geometric DNA and proportional discipline of the Octo Finissimo remain fully present, while Vianney Halter’s signature asserts itself with immediate authority: four opaline white dials — the watchmaker’s emblematic colour — characteristically shaped hands in blue, a red arrow seconds hand, and a rotor engraved with Vianney Halter’s signature. The result is a rare balance, where each detail belongs simultaneously to both worlds.

Unprecedented technical prowess
Behind this exceptional aesthetic lies considerable technical complexity. The 40.5 mm case comprises more than 50 components. Elevating the refinement and complexity of this horological creation required overcoming major technical challenges. From the precision-engineered flatness of its components to the ingenuity of its integrated crown guards, every detail has been conceived to unite aesthetics with technical prowess, ensuring water resistance without compromising refined design. Born from integrated expertise, the creation of this exceptional timepiece has been entirely orchestrated by Bvlgari’s teams, from the case and dial’s sophisticated aesthetics and the art of finishing to the technical achievement of the movement and its mechanics.

Manufactured in-house across the workshops of Saignelégier and Le Sentier, this timepiece is powered by the BVL 138 calibre, enriched with specific modules developed for this collaboration to integrate GMT, Date and Day/Night functions. Designing and making these singular dials came with both artistic and technical challenges, requiring opaline of perfect homogeneity across four distinct elements while integrating different techniques. Miniaturising components necessitated the creation of entirely dedicated manufacturing tools — a feat that testifies to the level of rigour Bvlgari has imposed upon itself to realise Vianney Halter’s vision.
Despite this unprecedented complexity, the watch preserves the Octo Finissimo’s signature proportions: a 40.5 mm diameter for 9.70 mm of thickness. Within the watch beats the maison’s new BVF 200 calibre of 5.49 mm. It features automatic winding with a micro-rotor and delivers 60 hours of power reserve. Bvlgari’s commitment to innovation is further illustrated this year by the launch of another exceptional movement: the Octo Finissimo 37 fitted with the BVF 100 calibre.

Two exceptional iterations
This collaboration comes in two exclusive versions, both limited editions:
The first, in brushed titanium, lends the watch a mineral elegance that highlights the richness of the four opaline dials. Limited to 30 pieces, it is paired with a brushed titanium integrated bracelet with deployant clasp.
The second, in polished satin pink gold, brings a luminous warmth that dialogues with the opaline dials and brown alligator bracelet. Limited to 15 pieces, it represents the most precious interpretation of this singular union.

BVLGARI OCTO FINISSIMO DAZZLE: THE ART OF ILLUSION

The Bvlgari Octo Finissimo collection is a space for aesthetic expression, engaging in a dialogue with contemporary creativity. It embodies far more than a horological achievement.
Bvlgari continues this singular artistic exploration with the Octo Finissimo Dazzle — a watch that pushes the concept of visual deconstruction to the extreme.

A WATCH THAT CHALLENGES LEGIBILITY
The Octo Finissimo Dazzle begins with a radical idea: to create a watch that defies its own legibility. The geometric pattern covering the entire titanium case seems to dissolve the Octo Finissimo’s lines in an intriguing optical illusion, leaving only the outline visible — as if the watch itself sought to disappear into its own design.
This approach continues the thread of previous artistic collaborations, where each piece represents a profound reinterpretation of the watch as a creative object and a dialogue with a particular creative sensibility.

THE LEGACY OF DAZZLE CAMOUFLAGE
The Octo Finissimo Dazzle’s finish draws directly from automotive camouflage — a technique used by manufacturers to conceal a vehicle’s true silhouette during road testing by wrapping its bodywork in fragmented geometric patterns that confuse the eye and blur the car’s lines.
Bvlgari adopted this principle of visual disruption and transposed it onto the Octo Finissimo’s 40 mm case. The result is striking: the watch’s characteristic angles merge into the pattern, surface planes intermingle, and the form — uncannily recognisable — retreats from view. Dial and integrated bracelet become one. Only the contours remain, asserting a paradoxical presence between revelation and concealment.

“The Octo Finissimo Dazzle embodies the fusion of aesthetics and functionality. The watch almost completely relinquishes its primary function — telling the time — and transforms into something else through a texture that flows into the design. All is hidden, camouflaged, integrated into a pattern of square elements that represent the module on which the case and bracelet geometry rests. Only the bezel is spared — because it captures the collection’s very essence. Once again, the Octo Finissimo becomes a space of experimentation — and remains so unique that its silhouette alone renders it recognisable,” explains Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, Product Creation Executive Director.

LASER PRECISION IN SERVICE OF ILLUSION
To give form to this vision, Bvlgari turned to laser engraving — a technique mastered in-house by the Maison. This rarity makes it the ideal tool for such a singular project: capable of absolute precision, the laser enables every titanium surface of the watch to be covered with a network of geometric patterns of a fineness and regularity that are impossible to achieve through any other process.
The engraving thus obtained is not applied decoration — it is the watch itself, transformed from within by light and materials.

IN THE CONTINUITY OF A VISION
With the Octo Finissimo Dazzle, Bvlgari affirms its conviction that haute horlogerie is also an art of image, perception and interpretation. Having explored metaphysical depth with Lee Ufan, the poetry of the desert with Mattar Bin Lahej, architectural clarity with Kazuyo Sejima and Tadao Ando’s minimalist aesthetic, the maison now ventures into the territory of optical illusion and blurred identity — an exploration that testifies, once more, to the insatiable creative curiosity that animates the Octo Finissimo collection.

BVLGARI TITANIO: POWER AND LIGHTNESS

Bvlgari Aluminium unveils a new facet of its character with two watches forged in titanium. Bvlgari Titanio emerges as distinctly contemporary, boldly uniting its iconic design with the avant-garde aesthetic of an alloy with exceptional qualities.

 Bvlgari Aluminium opens a new chapter in its history with two titanium models.
 Lightweight, extremely resistant: grade 5 titanium makes an ideal material for a sporty yet refined watch for everyday wear.
 A contemporary interpretation of sport-chic that combines iconic design, innovative materials and watchmaking expertise.

In 1975, Bvlgari launched the Bvlgari Roma collection. It established a unique aesthetic language, deeply rooted in the maison’s history and at the same time resolutely innovative. Conceived by Gianni Bulgari, this avant-garde watch was renamed Bvlgari Bvlgari in 1977 and became a new emblem of Bvlgari’s horological excellence and creative audacity. It has stood ever since for Italian freedom and elegance — at once sophisticated and understated.

When it was introduced in 1998, Bvlgari Aluminium redefined the codes of luxury sport watches by daring an unprecedented pairing of aluminium and rubber, both in the bezel engraved with the collection’s iconic double signature and in the bracelet. Lightweight, contemporary, and with a style all its own, Bvlgari Aluminium fused the Italian jeweller’s aesthetic vision with the precision of Swiss watchmaking expertise.

With Bvlgari Titanio, the Roman maison explores a new material alchemy, where the deep matte grey tones of titanium are brought into dialogue with rubber. Offering exceptional aesthetic and technical qualities, titanium is remarkably resistant to shocks, scratches and corrosion. Lightweight, comfortable on the skin, titanium is an inspiring alloy, enduring and captivating.
Bvlgari Titanio GMT and Bvlgari Titanio Chronograph: both are sculpted in brushed titanium, revealing a new facet of Bvlgari Aluminium.

Bvlgari Titanio GMT: The Contemporary Traveller
The Bvlgari Titanio GMT presents a refined and modern interpretation of the 24-hour GMT function in a 40 mm case in a 40 mm case with perfectly balanced proportions.
From case to bracelet, it explores the complementary interplay between the deep grey of titanium and the jet black of rubber, all the way to the dial that alternates between matte and glossy finishes, punctuated by white indices and grey hands enhanced with Super-LumiNova.
The minimalist dial architecture enhances legibility for the second time zone, through 24-hour display with day/night indication.
The Bvlgari Titanio GMT is powered by Bvlgari’s B192 calibre, an automatic mechanical movement with a 50-hour power reserve.
Versatile, refined and effortlessly modern, the Bvlgari Titanio GMT is made for every journey.

Bvlgari Titanio Chronograph: Precision as Art
For Bvlgari, precision is a matter of style and watchmaking savoir-faire — expressed through perfect mastery of contrast. This manifests in the ideal balance struck between brushed titanium and rubber, but also in a fluid reinterpretation of the iconic black and white chromatic codes from 1999 – in black and grey, now highlighted on the dial of the new Bvlgari Chronograph. Crisp and graphic, and rendered in deep matte black underscored by the grey of the hands, the dial takes on an even more technical character through a redesigned chronograph counter and a new tachymetric scale.
Inside the 41 mm titanium case, the maison’s B381 automatic chronograph calibre beats with a 42-hour power reserve.
Technical, precise and resolutely minimalist – the Bvlgari Titanio Chronograph is more than a chronograph. It is a manifesto of style.

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Today, The Laureato Fifty Tourbillon micro-rotor 39 mm, Girard-Perregaux introduces more than a new complication. It unites five enduring signatures of the Manufacture within a single contemporary creation, expressing the Manufacture’s philosophy of Haute Horlogerie: one cultivated over 235 years, where beauty is born from mechanics, architecture serves function, and every generation builds upon the last.

The introduction of a new Haute Horlogerie calibre in the Laureato collection: the in-house GP8410, integrating a tourbillon with lyre-shaped cage and a micro-rotor combining platinum and pink gold that affords a pure and open view on the back of the movement.

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Throughout his career, Mr. Genta became renowned for pushing the boundaries of watch design and mechanical complexity. The minute repeater was among his most cherished complications, uniting technical mastery with the emotional resonance of sound. He collaborated closely with his Master Watchmaker, Pierre-Michel Golay, whose expertise in watchmaking, complemented by his passion for opera, played a key role in perfecting the acoustic richness of his minute repeaters.

The Geneva Collection takes its name from the city where the Maison’s story began in 1969, and where its revival continues today. Drawing on the legacy of the Cabinotiers de Genève – the master artisans who shaped the city’s watchmaking heritage – the collection embodies what Mr. Genta referred to as “L’Esprit de Genève”. All of the pieces reflect the union of two defining influences. The technical precision of its movement and the meticulous construction of its case are firmly grounded in the savoir-faire of the tradition of the Cabinotiers de Genève. In contrast, its sculptural silhouette, rounded proportions and distinctive gadroons express an Italian artistic sensibility, bringing emotion, beauty and a sense of joy to the watch. The result transcends watchmaking alone, becoming art on the wrist.

Designed for Elegance and Sound

Rooted in vintage geometries yet contemporary in execution, the signature cushion-shaped case balances architectural structure with sculptural softness. The result is an elegant silhouette that feels fluid and sensual. It is through the architecture of the case that the Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian fully comes alive. Smooth gadroon contours sculpt the case, creating a distinctive form that reflects the collection’s attention to detail and craftsmanship. At 40mm, the Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian is crafted with a 3N yellow gold case. Yellow gold is particularly suited to minute repeater watches for its acoustic properties, which allow the sound to resonate with greater warmth and purity.

The dimensions of the case are fundamental to the watch’s acoustic performance, despite the limited space available within. Designed by Matthieu Hegi, Artistic Director of La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton, the case design and thickness were carefully calibrated to amplify the acoustics of the complication. The thin case walls and internal architecture of the 9.60mm thick gold case were designed to allow the chime to breathe with clarity. Recalling Mr. Genta’s strict criteria for a minute repeater, sound quality was achieved through extensive work on the case.

To maximize the resonance, every element of the case construction was engineered to eliminate unnecessary weight and resistance. The case has been reduced to just 0.6mm at its thinnest point, while the bezel and caseback have been hollowed internally with circular drilling to allow sound to travel freely. Directly screwing the bezel and caseback together halves the number of screws required and preserves the rigidity of the thin construction. Even the screws themselves are left unguided, avoiding additional mass and obstacles within the case. The sapphire crystal has been reduced to 0.8mm, down from its usual 1mm, to enhance sound propagation. In the spirit of gérald genta, this technical precision also serves an aesthetic purpose, balancing acoustic performance with wearability and understated elegance.

Alternating brushed and polished finishes create a restrained interplay of light across the case. The polished double gadroons reference gérald genta’s historical pieces, contrasting with the satin-brushed surfaces to accentuate the watch’s slim profile. The minute repeater trigger follows the curve of the case with a thin, tactile design, while redeveloped lugs and a brown calfskin strap enhance the enveloping feel.

A Dial That’s One-of-a-Kind

Warm textural refinement draws the eyes to the golden obsidian dial. Formed through the rapid cooling of volcanic lava, golden obsidian is prized for its natural depth and shifting reflections, revealing subtle golden highlights beneath its dark surface. Rare and expressive, each stone possesses a unique character, reinforcing the individuality of every piece.

“The incredible thing about obsidian dials is that no two are alike,” says Hegi. “This rare blend of golden and brown tones brings a true sense of individuality, as obsidian is typically black with lighter inclusions.” These warm hues complement the Geneva collection’s design language, while the dial’s iridescent surface pairs naturally with the yellow gold case. Complementary yellow gold indexes and hands, both curved and rounded, display the time. Softening the overall appearance, the printed white minute track plays with perception, balancing a circular inner profile against an outer contour that follows the case’s sculptural shape. Set against the golden brown obsidian dial, it creates a flirtatious optical illusion – shifting between round and cushion forms as the light moves across the surface. The warmth of the obsidian dial transforms the Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian from a work of precision into something deeply alive and expressive.

Manufacturing Chimes, Ring by Ring

Developed entirely in-house at La Fabrique du Temps Louis Vuitton by Master Watchmakers Enrico Barbasini and Michel Navas, the manual-winding GG-002 calibre is fully revealed through an open caseback.

Concerning the approach behind the GG-002, Enrico Barbasini and Michel Navas explain, “Mr. Genta believed a minute repeater should create emotion through sound. With the GG-002, we pursued that same balance between mechanical excellence and beauty.”

Each gong is individually cut, then tuned by ear and hand, and adjusted to the desired vibration amplitude. Paired with black-polished hammers and a traditional single-revolution gong construction, they produce a clear, crystalline chime of exceptional resonance and volume.

The movement is finished entirely by hand according to the highest standards of Haute Horlogerie, featuring Côtes de Genève, hand-beveled angles, and circular graining throughout. Polished gold masselottes fitted to the balance wheel form a refined regulating system rarely found in minute repeater watches, combining precise inertia adjustment with exceptional movement finishing. The octagonal inertia wheel pays tribute to one of Mr. Genta’s signature forms, while an 80-hour power reserve and a refined bar-click winding system add a tactile dimension to the watch’s experience.

With the Geneva Minute Repeater Golden Obsidian, the Maison presents a new iteration of its minute repeater, showcasing its expertise in acoustic performance and technical craftsmanship. Guided by the creative spirit of the Geneva collection, the new addition balances vintage inspiration and contemporary refinement in a design defined by both structure and softness, culminating in a watch that feels unmistakably alive.

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From the German wandern (to explore) and lust (to long for), wanderlust is more than the urge to travel. It’s the instinct to break free from the ordinary, leave the noise behind, and chase what lies beyond.

Founded in 1826 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, the heart of Swiss watchmaking, Gallet created timing instruments for the innovators and adventurers shaping a new era of aviation, racing, sailing, and exploration. Its watches timed the Wright Brothers’ first powered flight, helped pilots track the time in world cities during the earliest intercontinental flights, and commemorated racing champion Rex Mays’ victory at the Springfield Mile. Wherever boundaries were being pushed, Gallet was there.

Over the years, its chronographs earned the trust of those operating where conditions were uncharted and demands uncompromising. That impulse remains. Today, Gallet returns as a sibling brand of Breitling, ready to begin a new era of wanderlust.

MANUFACTURED BY BREITLING
Every Gallet watch benefits from the technical expertise, after-sales service, and global distribution network behind Breitling, one of Switzerland’s leading independent watchmakers. Select Breitling boutiques now feature dedicated safari-inspired Gallet corners, inviting visitors into the brand’s world of escape, exploration, and adventure.

“Gallet has a remarkable history and a distinct identity. By manufacturing every watch within Breitling’s infrastructure, we’re able to honor that heritage while ensuring the quality, reliability, and service expected from a modern Swiss watch brand,” says Erwan Rossignol, Managing Director of Gallet.

GALLET’S 200TH ANNIVERSARY
Gallet returns with adaptable designs and interchangeable quick-release straps, allowing the watch to evolve with every environment and expedition, built for wherever the journey leads. Personalization is instant, with leather, rubber, field, and fabric straps in a variety of colors, alongside stainless-steel bracelets. Across four collections spanning three distinct families, each watch is built with dependable precision for modern adventure.

The collections are: the Flying Officer for long-distance travel, the Multichron Pilot for exploration and changing conditions, the Multichron Sport for speed and off-road pursuits, and the Gallet Classics for elevated travel.

The Flying Officer is more than a historic model, it is the blueprint for modern Gallet. Its distinctive city ring informed the brand’s visual language, while the warm patina of an aged vintage model inspired Gallet’s signature orange-and-green palette. Created for early intercontinental travel, the Flying Officer gives context to the new era of wanderlust that continues today through the brand’s collaborations with adventurers around the world.

The Multichron family embodies Gallet’s tool-watch heritage. The Multichron Pilot draws on the demands of exploration and unpredictable conditions, while the Multichron Sport traces its origins to motorsport and high-speed competition.

To celebrate its 200th anniversary, the brand is also introducing three special-edition Gallet Classics tribute pieces alongside its core collections. These watches are exclusively powered by the Caliber B09, Breitling’s hand-wound manufacture chronograph movement.

“Gallet was born in an age of exploration and has followed that path ever since,” says Georges Kern, CEO of House of Brands (Breitling, Gallet, and Universal Genève). “We’re proud to bring Gallet back for a new generation.”

GALLET’S ADVENTURERS
The brand has teamed up with a new generation of professional adventurers, conservationists, photographers, and filmmakers from around the world. Their weekly Field Notes video dispatches began rolling out in July, featuring Donal Boyd, Benjamin Kellett, Dhir Jakharia, Benjamin Hardman, and L. Renee. Their work spans continents and landscapes: tracking injured elephants, crossing the Himalayas by paraglider, sailing Arctic waters, documenting wildlife in Kenya, and exploring the rugged coastline of Northern California. Together, they bring Gallet’s spirit of adventure into the present day.

The destinations may have changed, but the instinct remains the same: to leave the familiar behind in pursuit of new places, new perspectives, and new stories.

FLYING OFFICER: THE ORIGINAL WORLD-TRAVELER’S WATCH
First introduced in 1939, the Flying Officer was born in an era of growing world travel. Designed as a companion to the earliest intercontinental flights, it allowed pilots to track the time at upcoming refueling stops via the city ring on its rotating bezel. Worn by figures like former U.S. President Harry S. Truman, who called it “the most elaborate watch [he] ever saw,” it quickly moved beyond the cockpit, becoming a watch for those navigating a newly connected world.

Today, the Flying Officer, sized at 40mm, is reimagined for modern wanderlust. Its rotating bezel has been entirely reconsidered around 24 contemporary destinations, pairing major international gateways with more remote points of exploration to reflect how travel has evolved. While the cities have changed, its purpose remains the same: keeping world time. It’s made to go far and stay in sync.

The Flying Officer is offered in two interpretations of the same concept: a chronograph rooted in the model’s instrumental heritage and an automatic version that brings its distinctive world-travel design into a more streamlined, everyday watch.

The chronograph edition is available in two colorways: light blue with tone-on-tone subdials and black with tone-on-tone subdials, powered by the Gallet 23 chronograph caliber (based on Sellita SW510) with an approximate 62-hour power reserve. The automatic edition also comes in two colors: an orange edition, inspired by the patina of an aged Flying Officer model, and a dark blue edition, both powered by the Gallet 17 automatic (based on Sellita SW200) with an approximate 41-hour power reserve.

INTERCHANGEABLE STRAPS
Gallet has designed its core collection to adapt to different environments and pursuits. A shared lug width across the collection and integrated quick-release construction allow leather, rubber, field, and fabric straps in a variety of colors to be swapped in seconds, without tools. Stainless-steel bracelets feature the same quick-release system alongside integrated micro-adjustment for enhanced comfort and a precise fit, allowing wearers to personalize their watch.

MULTICHRON PILOT: THE ELEMENT-PROOF EXPLORATION WATCH
First introduced in 1969, the Multichron Pilot was a purpose-driven chronograph designed for long-duration timing and tracking a second timezone. Engineered for demanding environments, it delivered exceptional legibility for at-a-glance clarity in any light.

Today, the new Multichron Pilot is reimagined for modern exploration. Sized at 42mm, it’s powered by the Gallet 23 chronograph caliber (based on Sellita SW510) with an approximate 62-hour power reserve. Each watch has a bi-directional bezel and carries a “Multichron Pilot” inscription on the dial, and a date window at 6 o’clock. It comes in two colors: black with white subdials and blue with black subdials. A telemeter scale measures the distance to an event using both sound and sight, reinforcing the watch’s instrument-like character. Luminescent hands and indices ensure excellent legibility in changing conditions. A go-anywhere, do-anything watch with a rugged, textured dial and the ability to track a second timezone, it keeps pace as the conditions change.

INTERCHANGEABLE STRAPS
Gallet has designed its core collection to adapt to different environments and pursuits. A shared lug width across the collection and integrated quick-release construction allow leather, rubber, field, and fabric straps in a variety of colors to be swapped in seconds, without tools. Stainless-steel bracelets feature the same quick-release system alongside integrated micro-adjustment for enhanced comfort and a precise fit, allowing wearers to personalize their watch.

MULTICHRON SPORT: THE ALL-ADVENTURE WATCH
In the 1960s, Gallet models like the Multichron 12 Scientific helped shape a technical, performance-driven approach to timing. Over time, the collection became closely tied to motorsport timing.

Today, the Multichron Sport is made for all adventures, from asphalt to off-road. Staying true to its original purpose, it’s built to measure speed with precision. Sized at 41mm, it’s powered by the Gallet 23 chronograph caliber (based on Sellita SW510) with an approximate 62-hour power reserve. The watch comes in two colors: dark blue with black subdials, and black with white subdials and a date window at 6 o’clock. In both executions, the vivid orange chronograph hands and “Multichron Sport” inscription stand out clearly against the dial, making the timing indications easy to read at a glance. The tachymeter scale enables average speed calculations over a known distance. It performs across uncertain territory, long after the road ends.

INTERCHANGEABLE STRAPS
Gallet has designed its core collection to adapt to different environments and pursuits. A shared lug width across the collection and integrated quick-release construction allow leather, rubber, field, and fabric straps in a variety of colors to be swapped in seconds, without tools. Stainless-steel bracelets feature the same quick-release system alongside integrated micro-adjustment for enhanced comfort and a precise fit, allowing wearers to personalize their watch.

GALLET CLASSICS: CELEBRATING 200 YEARS OF GALLET
To mark its bicentennial, the brand introduces the Gallet Classics, a trio of hand-wound chronographs shaped by the expertise of Gallet historians, collectors, and longtime enthusiasts. Inspired by some of the most significant watches in the brand’s history, the collection offers a contemporary interpretation of these celebrated references.
Each watch in the series is powered by the Caliber B09, Breitling’s hand-wound manufacture chronograph movement. With compact 38mm proportions and approximately 70 hours of power reserve, the Gallet Classics offer a more refined and traditional expression of the brand’s identity.

Gallet Classic models are offered exclusively on straps. Thanks to a shared lug width across the collection and integrated quick-release construction, leather, rubber, field, and fabric straps in a variety of colors can be swapped in seconds, without tools.

GALLET CLASSICS – TRIBUTE TO MULTICHRON YACHTING BIG EYE: THE MARITIME CHRONOGRAPH
Born in the 1960s, the Multichron Yachting Big Eye chronograph was made for regatta racing. Its distinctive “Big Eye” countdown display brought clarity to the chaos of the pre-start phase, as boats maneuver for position in the final minutes before the gun, turning the display into the defining graphic feature of the watch. Today’s Tribute to Yachting Big Eye continues that story as a maritime chronograph that blends heritage with function. Its white dial is accented by a tone-on-tone subdial and one larger regatta subdial in dark blue and red.

GALLET CLASSICS – TRIBUTE TO MULTICHRON 45: THE AFTER-HOURS CHRONOGRAPH
The Multichron 45 was originally designed for precise interval timing, used across aviation and racing where clarity was essential. Its balanced dial and functional scales made it easy to read even in low light. The Tribute to Multichron 45 reinterprets that approach with a deep black dial, tone-on-tone subdials and compact proportions. Anti-glare by day, luminescent by night, it stays legible through every hour, from early starts to overnight flights.

GALLET CLASSICS – TRIBUTE TO SILVERLIGHT: THE MODERN VOYAGER’S CHRONOGRAPH
The Tribute to Silverlight takes its design cues from the historic Multichron Navigator. The original featured a distinctive display that offered a way to orient in motion, guiding its wearer toward true north, paired with softly irregular numerals that gave the dial rhythm and character. Today’s tribute, with its silver-toned dial, stylized numerals, and vintage-inspired look is made for the modern voyager.

GALLET
Founded in 1826 in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, Gallet is a historic Swiss watchmaker built for the unknown. From early aviation and long-distance travel with the Flying Officer watch to racing, sailing, and exploration with the Multichron family, its chronographs accompanied those who pushed beyond the familiar. For two centuries, Gallet created timing instruments trusted in demanding conditions and changing environments. Today, manufactured by Breitling, Gallet returns for a new era of wanderlust, combining its adventure-driven heritage with Breitling’s craftsmanship, technical expertise, global distribution network, and after-sales service.

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The M.A.D.3 started with a fairly simple idea; bring Vincent Calabrese into the M.A.D.Editions universe. Not only because of the Baladin complication itself, but because Vincent Calabrese somehow represents many of the things M.A.D.Editions has always tried to celebrate: independent thinking, creative freedom, a certain refusal to follow established paths and the idea that inventive mechanical watchmaking should remain accessible to a wider generation of enthusiasts.

From the beginning, M.A.D.Editions was never imagined as a traditional watch brand with a fixed visual language or a consistent collection structure. The idea was always that of a publishing house: different authors, different stories, different creative worlds brought together under the same editorial spirit. Each project comes from a particular encounter, a personality, a conversation or a shared fascination. What matters is the idea behind the object, the energy of the person involved and the feeling that the project could not really exist anywhere else. Vincent Calabrese was a natural fit.

Who is Vincent Calabrese?

For more than fifty years, Calabrese has occupied a unique place in watchmaking. He is one of those figures whose influence can be found almost everywhere once you start paying attention, even if his name is not always the first to appear in mainstream discussions around modern horology. An outsider, a creative troublemaker, what he himself once called “l’enquiquineur de l’horlogerie” – literally, “the troublemaker of watchmaking” – Vincent Calabrese spent most of his life questioning conventions, challenging accepted solutions and approaching mechanics from completely different angles.

He co-founded the famous AHCI (Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants) in 1985 alongside Svend Andersen at a time when independent watchmaking barely existed as a concept. He created the Golden Bridge for Corum, one of the most recognizable movement architectures ever designed. He developed wandering hours, tourbillons and countless unconventional mechanical systems, often approaching problems from completely unexpected angles. More than forty patents would follow throughout his career.

And yet, despite all this, there is something profoundly unpolished about Vincent Calabrese, in the best possible way. He never really approached watchmaking like someone trying to build a luxury empire around his name. What comes back constantly is simply the need to create, the curiosity, the desire to try things differently. He often explains that not coming from a traditional watchmaking background may actually have helped him. He did not necessarily know what he was “not supposed” to do, so he tried things anyway. That freedom became one of the defining characteristics of his work.

Born in Naples before moving to Switzerland as a teenager, Calabrese’s path into horology was far from conventional. There was no grand plan, no carefully constructed career strategy. In many ways, his career feels almost accidental when he tells it himself. A succession of ideas, encounters, failures, breakthroughs and reinventions.

Some ideas became defining moments in modern watchmaking. Others led him down uncertain roads. But through successes, setbacks and constant reinvention, Vincent Calabrese never really stopped moving forward. He kept creating with the same curiosity, freedom and instinctive way of thinking that had guided him from the beginning. There are stories of patents sold too early, companies going bankrupt, projects that made fortunes for others while leaving him behind financially. At one point, after an extremely difficult personal and professional period, he found himself having to rebuild almost everything from scratch. Within only a few months, he developed four entirely new movements simply to keep moving forward.

There is no bitterness when he talks about these moments. Mostly honesty – and the feeling that creating was never really a choice for him anyway.

The spirit of the Baladin

That mindset is probably what made his Baladin watch so special. The complication itself came from something relatively simple: Vincent Calabrese disliked the abrupt nature of traditional jumping hours. He found the transition too sudden, too disconnected from the actual sensation of time passing. He wanted the passage between hours to become visible and progressive.

So instead of an instantaneous jump, the hours travel slowly across the dial while the minutes continue moving normally. The result feels strangely alive. At first, the display almost looks confusing. Then after a few moments, it suddenly becomes intuitive. More importantly, it creates a completely different relationship with time than most traditional displays. It feels less mechanical in the cold sense of the word. More fluid, more human somehow.

That idea sits very naturally within the M.A.D.Editions philosophy: indeed, while M.A.D.Editions pieces can look playful or unconventional at first glance, there is something deeper underneath: a genuine interest in mechanical creativity and in making these ideas accessible beyond the very small circle of ultra high end independent collecting.

That accessibility matters a lot to Vincent Calabrese too. Unlike many independent watchmakers who progressively moved toward increasingly exclusive territory, Calabrese often tried to keep his watches relatively attainable. He was more interested in exploring ideas than building rarity around them. Ironically, that may also be part of why he never became as publicly celebrated as some of his contemporaries. Among watchmakers though, his importance has never really been questioned.

Turning the Baladin into the M.A.D.3

For MB&F and M.A.D.Editions founder Maximilian Büsser, Vincent Calabrese always represented a very particular type of creator: someone capable of changing watchmaking while remaining completely outside of traditional industry logic.

The two men have known each other for years. There had already been conversations, lunches and even attempts to collaborate long before M.A.D.Editions or the M.A.D.3 existed. Some projects became too mechanically ambitious, others simply never happened, but the relationship itself remained. Not because of business, but because there was a mutual understanding between them.

Neither Max nor Vincent ever seemed particularly comfortable following the standard rules of the industry. In different ways, both built their worlds around experimentation, instinct and emotion rather than around conventional structures. The M.A.D.3 almost feels like the moment these two trajectories finally crossed properly. The idea itself emerged naturally during a lunch shared between the two men two years ago. There was no big strategy behind it: just the feeling that it finally made sense to create something together.

The goal was not to reproduce the original Baladin exactly as it existed before. Nor was it about turning the watch into a vintage reissue. The intention was more about preserving the spirit of Vincent Calabrese’s complication, while translating it into the M.A.D.Editions universe.

That process turned out to be far more complicated than expected. The original mechanisms created by Vincent Calabrese were deeply artisanal in their construction. Extremely inventive, often developed through intuition and experimentation, but difficult to reproduce reliably on a larger scale. The M.A.D.Editions technical team therefore had to completely redevelop the wandering hours module from the ground up while preserving what made the original Baladin system so special in the first place: the fluid and progressive transition of the hours.

That wandering transition remained untouchable; everything else evolved around it. Built on a specially optimized La Joux-Perret G111 calibre, the movement was reworked in order to handle the energy demands of the complication more efficiently. The base calibre itself was refined with tighter tolerances and improved amplitude control to guarantee a more stable power reserve. The entire wandering hours module was then redesigned and reengineered for larger production volumes.

New components were developed specifically for the M.A.D.3. The technical team worked extensively on reliability, energy transmission and long term stability, while preserving the charm of Calabrese’s original approach, in particular the visual smoothness and hypnotic feeling of the original display.

Flip the watch over and another detail slowly reveals itself through the spinning rotor. Through its openings, a sentence progressively appears as the movement rotates: “Il est assez aisé de plaire aux autres, bien plus ardu d’être fier de soi” (“It is fairly easy to please others, far more difficult to be proud of oneself”). A phrase chosen like a discreet portrait of Vincent Calabrese himself. Independent, uncompromising and guided more by personal conviction than by external validation.

Visually, the watch is a balance between reinterpretation and respect. The case, designed by longtime MB&F Friend Eric Giroud, keeps certain M.A.D.Editions details while exploring a different expression of the M.A.D. universe. Floating lugs, layered architecture, domed sapphire crystals on both the front and back, and subtle mechanical details remain, while the overall silhouette balances elegance, playfulness and technical depth in a way that felt particularly natural for this project. Throughout development, the project became filled with small technical obsessions and visual details: the bombé minute ring crafted in sapphire, the integrated Super-LumiNova hidden beneath transparent elements, the layered construction of the discs, the progressive play of luminosity across the dial.

Then come the colors: a deep sunny raspberry and a powerful yet elegant blue inspired directly by some of Vincent Calabrese’s own creations. The tones immediately stood out because they carried a tension that felt very connected to his personality: elegant yet expressive, refined yet slightly unpredictable depending on the light and angle.

In the end, the M.A.D.3 Vincent Calabrese is less about nostalgia than about recognition. Recognition for someone who spent decades approaching watchmaking differently. Someone who continuously challenged conventions, not out of rebellion for the sake of rebellion, but simply because he genuinely believed there were other ways of doing things.

As Vincent says, “Do not stay on the highway. Take your own path.”

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Maison Alcée doesn’t just make clocks; founded in 2021 by husband-and-wife team Alcée and Benoît Montfort, the company specializes in creating a watchmaking experience where the client becomes a watchmaker, assembling their very own table clock.

Their first clock called Persée comes in a kit format with 233 components that can be assembled by anyone with the will and the patience to step up to the watchmaker’s bench. It is accompanied by a beautifully illustrated 250-page book, which serves as an instruction manual and includes QR codes for additional video explanations and support via a private discussion group. The kit also includes watchmaker tools, some of which have been specially developed for amateurs with parts in beryllium copper to avoid scratches.

“Everything is presented in a highly pedagogic way, but it isn’t child’s play,” shares Alcée Montfort. “We didn’t want to make a toy for adults; this is a genuine horological project, but one that comes with all the support clients need to succeed. The result is always a moment of intense pride at having created something from A to Z with one’s own hands.”

Partners in Play

The M.A.D.Gallery was the first boutique to believe in the Maison Alcée concept as it fit perfectly into the ethos of what the M.A.D.Gallery was all about – mechanical art, play, and community. In celebration of the gallery’s 15th anniversary, the two companies have collaborated on a brand-new clock kit called Nostromo.

Designed by MB&F’s Creative Designer Maximilian Maertens and crafted by Maison Alcée, the clock has been transformed into an alien-like creature from outer space, in keeping with MB&F’s love for extra-terrestrial inspired design.

Like Persée, the movement is based on that of a wristwatch, built on a larger scale. As well as marking out hours, minutes and seconds, it features an hour chime that can be enabled and disabled. Boasting a fourteen-day power reserve, the movement has been designed so that it can be assembled by any lover of high horology, including novices – in about 10 hours’ time. Only the regulating organ comes pre-assembled.

The assembly of the gears, wheels and pinions remains generally the same as Persée, but visually, it is a whole different beast. The clock has been turned on its side, and Maertens has added three organic feet, which bring it to life. The clock itself can be rotated on its feet, creating an additional element of play once it is completed, and the time display is angled upwards for a better view on the dial.

“It was no easy feat to modify the clock, since it needed to remain as user friendly as possible. It would have been easier if I had been designing something for professional watchmakers to assemble, but this was a different story,” explains Maximilian Maertens. “I am a huge H.R. Giger fan, and I wanted to bring a little bit of the alien world into play. Its name, Nostromo, also comes from outer space as it is the name of the spaceship in the first Alien movie.”

Weighing 760g and measuring 16cm long by 13.5cm wide and 12.3cm high, the Nostromo is constructed from stainless steel, brass and German silver. The dial, which was previously a complete ring, has now been separated into single pieces and comes in the M.A.D.Gallery’s signature peacock blue, the same colour as the decorative wall orb that can be found in MB&F retail spaces. This dial separation also allowed Maertens to bring more visibility to the movement and open up a view on the clock’s gears. A keen eye will also notice that the hands have been reworked and are in black, providing heightened contrast with the movement.

Nostromo will be available in a limited edition of 50 pieces and will be accompanied by the 250-page book/instruction manual that has additional video content, via QR codes, for the specificities of the Nostromo.

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For over two centuries, L.LEROY, whose origins date back to 1785, has cultivated a unique vision of Haute Horlogerie through a perfect blend of technical mastery, refined aesthetic sensibility and meticulous attention to detail, creating exceptional timepieces that embody and perpetuate an extraordinary heritage of excellence.

Throughout its extraordinary history, the Maison has created masterpieces for emperors, monarchs, aristocrats, artists and explorers, establishing itself as one of the greatest names in the history of fine watchmaking.

VOX TEMPORIS: A NEW EXPRESSION OF TIME

Today, L. LEROY, faithful to its illustrious tradition, continues to craft new horological works of art. Its latest creation, the VOX TEMPORIS, features a unique design with a single hand and a rotating dial, transforming the measurement of time into an intimate and sensory experience. By displaying only the hours, the watch encourages a more personal relationship with time, as the exact minutes are revealed on demand through its minute repeater mechanism.
This exceptional timepiece is powered by the hand-wound calibre L601SQR, combining the minute repeater complication with a flying tourbillon, a testament to the Maison’s pursuit of technical excellence and chronometric precision.

Its name, Latin for “The Voice of Time,” perfectly captures the spirit of this exceptional timepiece. Time is not simply read: it is heard, perceived and experienced through the acoustic emotion of one of watchmaking’s most poetic complications, the minute repeater.
Available in three exquisitely crafted versions and produced in a strictly limited edition of just 15 pieces in total, VOX TEMPORIS is the result of refined craftsmanship and a rarity reserved for true connoisseurs of high-end horology.

A REFINED AND MINIMALIST APPROACH TO DESIGN

VOX TEMPORIS embodies a refined balance between minimalism and refined sophistication, expressed through the distinctive Officer-style case measuring 43 mm in diameter and 14,74 mm in thickness, including the cover on the back and the front crystal. Crafted in noble materials including 18K 5N red gold, platinum, and grade 5 titanium, the latter appreciated for its exceptional resistance and lightness, this elegant case defines the identity of the Osmior classic collection. Across all executions, production is limited to just 15 pieces, underscoring the rarity and exclusivity of this creation, conceived for discerning collectors in search of intimacy, meaning, and distinction.
A sapphire crystal case back with an anti-reflective coating reveals the beautifully finished in-house movement in all its detail. Particular care has also been devoted to the ring securing the crystal to the case back: finished with a polished surface, it features sandblasted sections framed by polished edges and interrupted by six visible fixing screws, each bearing the model’s identification details in relief.
A hinged protective cover, evocative of historic pocket watches, further enhances the sense of heritage and refinement. This cover can also be personalised upon request, transforming each timepiece into a truly unique creation.

ESSENTIAL SOPHISTICATION

The dial reflects the philosophy of essential sophistication. It is conceived in absolute purity, where reduction becomes a deliberate aesthetic choice. Apart from the decorative motif and the single arrow-shaped hour hand, nothing else is present, not even the logo.

At its core lies a finely executed radial guilloche flinqué pattern, enhanced by a translucent varnish finish, that radiates from the peripheral pivot point to which the fixed arrow-shaped hour hand is anchored. This composition creates remarkable depth and dynamic reflections that shift with the light.
The arrow-shaped indicator itself is finished in different tones, giving each version a distinct chromatic identity: rendered in blue with an ALD treatment on the silver-toned dial of the titanium model, gilded on the anthracite dial of the red-gold version, and finished in refined silver on the striking blue dial of the platinum edition.
Although visually restrained, the dial reveals a rich technical complexity. The hand remains fixed, while the dial itself rotates beneath it to indicate the passage of hours, transforming the reading of time into a fluid, almost cinematic motion. While the hours are displayed visually, the quarter-hours and minutes are disclosed acoustically through the activation of the minute repeater mechanism, completing the time indication through a uniquely sensory experience. This unconventional display challenges traditional watchmaking codes, elevating simplicity into a refined mechanical performance.

A HISTORICAL INSPIRATION

This unusual aesthetic is directly inspired by a historic LEROY tact watch created in 1810 for the Prince of Hesse, today preserved at the Patek Philippe Museum. That extraordinary timepiece allowed the hours and half-hours to be read discreetly by touch, thanks to diamonds and pearls arranged around the case, an innovation that offered both practicality and refined discretion in an era preceding electric lighting.

Far from being a mere historical reference, this distinctive approach to time display has become a recurring theme in the Maison’s contemporary creations. Most recently reintroduced with the Bal du Temps model unveiled in 2025, it reflects L.LEROY’s commitment to preserving and celebrating its rich horological heritage.
VOX TEMPORIS carries this legacy forward with contemporary refinement and elegance, offering a modern expression of a centuries-old philosophy in which time is not merely measured, but quietly experienced.

THE L601SQR CALIBRE: THE MECHANICS BEHIND THE VOICE OF TIME

Developed and manufactured in Geneva exclusively for L.LEROY, VOX TEMPORIS is powered by the hand-wound calibre L601SQR, comprising 321 components, which combines two remarkable complications: the Minute Repeater and the Flying Tourbillon. It operates at a frequency of 3 Hz (21,600 vibrations per hour) and offers a power reserve of more than 90 hours from a single barrel.
Long considered the “queen of complications,” the minute repeater occupies a unique place within Haute Horlogerie because it unites mechanical complexity with musical sensitivity. More than a mechanism, it is an “instrument” capable of transforming time into sound. The quality, depth, resonance and cadence of its chimes are as important as its technical execution.

Activated by a discreet slide integrated into the case band between 8:30 and 9:30 o’clock, this mechanism provides a precise audible indication of the time.
The hours, quarter-hours and minutes are distinguished by distinct chimes, generated as two finely hand-finished hammers strike their respective gongs. Visible through the sapphire crystal caseback, this mechanical ballet reveals the beauty and complexity of the striking mechanism in motion.

Designed to counteract the effects of gravity on the regulating organ of a mechanical watch, the flying tourbillon, made up of 76 parts, continuously rotates the regulating organ in order to improve chronometric accuracy. In its flying construction, the mechanism appears almost suspended in mid-air, as it is supported only from beneath without any upper bridge, unlike the conventional tourbillon device. Yet on the VOX TEMPORIS, this sophisticated complication remains deliberately hidden from the dial side. Rather than imposing technical spectacle, L.LEROY chose restraint and understatement preserving the purity and mystery of the watch’s aesthetic.

Elegant and understated in its design, this complex movement stands as a testament to the expertise of master craftsmen. The single rhodium-plated bridge features exquisitely hand-executed bevels and mirror-polished edges that contrast beautifully with the finely frosted surfaces. Equally impressive are the minute repeater hammers, whose mirror-polished surfaces and meticulously hand-bevelled profiles are finished using the traditional anglage technique. The polished screw heads further attest to the exceptional attention devoted to every detail. Each component reflects the highest standards of traditional hand-finishing, achieved only through years of experience and exceptional dexterity. The visible rubies add a vibrant touch of colour, further enhancing the movement’s visual appeal.

AN INVITATION TO EXPERIENCE TIME DIFFERENTLY

With VOX TEMPORIS, L.LEROY reaffirms its ability to transform watchmaking into an art form where technical ingenuity, aesthetic purity and emotional resonance coexist in perfect harmony. More than a timepiece, it is an invitation to experience time differently: L.LEROY invites us to rediscover the value of listening as much as observing. Conceived for a select circle of collectors and produced in an exceptionally limited series, VOX TEMPORIS stands as a powerful expression of the Maison’s enduring philosophy, where heritage inspires innovation, and where every passing hour becomes a moment to be heard, felt and treasured.

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