For fans of independent watchmaking, Laurent Ferrier’s Classic Origin minimalist sector-style dial has been one of the most attractive ones in three-hand timepieces in recent years. It is distinguished by four elongated hour markers and the fine “Assegai” hands as well as a bold subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock. At this year’s Watches & Wonders, the Swiss brand unveils a new variant in a 40mm titanium case, with a face featuring a deep blue hue that gets darker from the center to the periphery.
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While the opaline degrade dial delights with its simplicity, the inner workings don’t fail to impress either. The Classic Origin Blue is powered by a genuine movement with manual winding and a power reserve of 80 hours. Visible through the sapphire case back, it incorporates a screw-balance and Breguet-type overcoil balance-spring. This combination enhances precision and mitigates positional timekeeping errors while improving isochronism. The brand’s famous long-blade ratchet system is another highlight.
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It goes without saying that the caliber LF116.01 is finished to the highest standards. The bridges are microbeaded, with black rhodium finish and entirely hand-polished edges. Each screw-head is mirror polished and the escapement bridge is adorned with a hand-made interior angle, reflecting the workshop’s meticulous attention to detail. The Classic Origin Blue is presented with a tone-in-tone leather strap. Pricing is marked at $33,500.
To learn more, visit Laurent Ferrier, here.