6/25/2023 0 Comments Timepiece watch![]() The Chronomètre FB 2RE picks up the shape of Berthoud marine clocks and their modular construction. Quick facts: 42mm diameter x 7.40mm height –grade 5 titanium case– calibre BVL 388 automatic ultra-thin movement with peripheral rotor – mono-pusher chronograph – titanium bracelet – EUR 155,000 – limited edition of 50 pieces – Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 2REĪlthough the brand’s focus remains the same – precision chronometry – the second Berthoud collection comes with a new case and a new calibre. Not just a fascinating development, according to the German master watchmaker the new movement would be precise to +/- 0 second per day with remarkable stability over its power reserve. These aim at maintaining chronometric precision equalizing the torque variations in whatever the state of wind. Lederer added a 10-second constant force remontoire on each of these independent gear trains. Just like the British master watchmaker, he installed the two escapement wheels at the end of two separate gear trains, each with its own barrel. With his Central Impulse Chronometer, Bernhard Lederer completed the work of the natural escapement as interpreted by George Daniels. We are dealing here with the very essence of watchmaking and chronometry. CHF 725,000 – Bernhard Lederer Central Impulse Chronometer Quick facts: 41mm gold case – AP calibre 2956, in-house – hand-wound – hours, minutes, Grande Sonnerie and Petite Sonnerie Carillon, minute repeater– Grand Feu enamel dial – alligator leather strap – approx. Last, to add to the exclusivity of this impressive masterpiece of watchmaking, Audemars Piguet has decided to collaborate with one of the most respected artisan enamellers, Anita Porchet. The gongs are mounted on a ‘soundboard’ to optimize the sound propagation. Although the foundations of the movement are those of the AP Grande Sonnerie Carillon, there is a major upgrade here with the Grande Sonnerie concept that generates superlative acoustics. However, seeing it in the case of the brand’s modern Code 11.59 sounds like a grand return. The grande sonnerie is an Audemars Piguet speciality. Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Grande Sonnerie Carillon Super Sonnerie Note: the Vacheron Constantin Grand Complication, despite the fact that it is, without a doubt, a truly impressive timepiece, is not included here as it is a commissioned watch. From grandes complications to new escapements, here are some of the creations at the pinnacle of mechanical watchmaking for 2020. ![]() We are starting with a round-up of the most complex and most innovative movements. Despite this situation, we’ve seen plenty of fascinating watches. The COVID-19 outbreak disrupted our lives… and, incidentally, the watch industry. The end of the year is fast approaching, so it is time for MONOCHROME to take a look back at the watches we think should make our “best of” lists for 2020.
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