Simon Brette Chronometer Artisans Rose Gold Model:

Simon Brette unveils the “Rose Gold” model of his iconic Chronomètre Artisans. It’s a new model to the watch is already pre-sold (!). Nevertheless proper right here is the discharge information with our commentary in italics.

New: Simon Brette Chronometer Artisans Rose Gold Model

The retail pricing for the Simon Brette Chronometer Artisans Rose Gold Model is CHF 85,000. Restricted Model of fifty gadgets. Provided out. For the next launch, which is the Stainless Steel Model, to be launched in December 2025, please register on the Simon Brett website online.

Commentary

One different launch from Simon Brette the place by the purpose the embargo is lifted, the model is already provided out. This was the case with the first Subscription Model, which is understandable as this was a pre-release. Nevertheless it was moreover the case with the titanium model, launched in December 2023. The second Titanium mannequin was a restricted model of decrease than 99 gadgets. We aren’t exactly optimistic what variety of gadgets that means. And Simon equipped no clarification. Nevertheless that model was moreover already closed and provided out by the purpose we acquired the discharge.

This brings us to this current novelty, which is now in Rose Gold, and restricted to 50 gadgets. At time of publishing, which is the time the embargo lifts, this third Rose Gold Model will be provided out. The 50 watches on this Rose Gold Model represents 4 years on the manufacturing schedule for full provide. Simon moreover alerted us that the fourth model will most likely be launched in December 2025. And this might be the Chronomètre Artisans in Stainless Steel. At current that is all everyone knows. Will most likely be a restricted model, nonetheless the model measurement is however unknown.

Apart from the curious affair of the discharge being provided out earlier to its public presentation, the model new watch seems fantastic, and though the movement stays the similar as a result of the others throughout the Chronomètre Artisans assortment, the case supplies and dial is totally completely different. The first Subscription Model had a zirconium case and a dial which appeared fantastic, because of the explicit methods used to make the textured pattern which is hand engraved. The result seems like, and is known as by Simon as “Dragon Scales”.

The second Titanium Model choices the similar movement, nonetheless with a extremely fully completely different remedy to the dial plate. The dial is now in rose gold, and choices engraved patches which reminds us of the patches seen on the movement plates of the Greubel Forsey Hand Made 1. Simon calls this motif “Tiger Claw” and the pattern is hand engraved, that features a 3 dimensional texture pretty than the Handmade 1’s, which can be scratch marks with depth which is not dissimilar to what’s achieved for Côtes Genève. Every have fully completely different aesthetics achieved through fully completely different methods, nonetheless the overarching pattern is analogous. The vibes of every these watches are moreover totally fully completely different.

And for this model, which is launched in a rose gold case, the similar movement can be utilized. The case moreover stays the similar, moreover that it is now executed in rose gold.

The decoration on the dial is now referred to as “Battle”, and at a glance, it seems just like the “Tiger Claw”. Nevertheless on a greater examination, the “Battle” marks look irregular, like battle marks from a battle. The method used could also be very associated, nonetheless executed with a particular instrument. For the “Tiger Claw” the instrument is flat, and the one used for “Battle” is a weave. All three hand engravings are accomplished by the artist Yasmina Anti.

The look of all three watches are totally fully completely different, each evoking a particular actually really feel and emotion. The Subscription and Titanium Editions look associated at a glance, nonetheless in reality, a greater look will reveal the fully completely different remedy to the dial. And this latest mannequin is bolder, with the sturdy distinction between the deep black with markers which can be silvered, encased in a rose gold capsule.

And all three attribute the similar movement with its superbly laid out design and achieved with excessive diploma haute horlogerie ending. Nonetheless, instead of the black bridges on the Subscription and the Titanium Editions, the Rose Gold Model encompasses a frosted gold plate. The extent of ending seems the similar as with the alternative editions. Along with the magnificent tapered conical bridge which holds the stableness wheel in place.

Launch information

The “Rose Gold” model, a timepiece full of contrasts

For this model, Simon Brette presents a piece that mixes the art work of watchmaking with distinctive provides in an attention-grabbing steadiness between gentle and darkness.

The case of this unusual creation is crafted in Au750 rose gold, a noble supplies that elegantly dialogues with the “butterfly”-shaped dovetail, the mannequin’s signature issue created from white gold. To unify this composition, many components are moreover crafted in rose gold, making a fragile and homogeneous continuity. This look for harmony continues inside, the place the 5N gold bridges amplify the brilliance and depth of the movement, revealing a hypnotic mechanical ballet.

Rigorously machined, the steady rose gold (5N) dial is then hand-engraved and lined with a dense black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) coating, chosen for its good brilliance and resistance. This technical coating, associated in nature to diamonds whereas retaining the glowing properties of graphite, thus brings incomparable depth and visual depth to the black dial, in extremely efficient distinction with the warmth of the gold components.

The charming decoration of the dial, as quickly as as soon as extra created by the artist Yasmina Anti, pays tribute to superb craftsmanship. Named “Battle”, this three-dimensional mosaic with shimmering reflections is a prodigious fusion between the motifs of the “Dragon Scales” and “Tiger Claws” decorations of earlier editions, making a novel graphic work in discount.

The “Battle” decoration of the dial, a three-dimensional mosaic with shimmering reflections, creates a novel graphic work.

As for the minute disc, it appears encircled and is embellished with pad-printed numerals in white lacquer, making a clear and intense distinction. The fingers have been redesigned to produce optimum readability, whereas preserving their two-tone magnificence according to the alternative components of the timepiece. Particular care has been taken to harmoniously combine the fragile grey of the steel with a rose gold PVD finish, the thin layer of which is away from the upper flooring by block sprucing, giving a refined and stylish distinction.

The Chronométrie Artisans: an ode to distinctive artisanship

Since its debut, the Chronomètre Artisans timepiece – which acquired the 2023 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève “Horological Revelation” award with its Souscription model – has established itself as a benchmark in fantastic watchmaking. By trendy strains inherited from the earlier, the distinctive design of the timepiece seeks to combine magnificence and audacity. The Chronomètre Artisans reveals a novel movement with superior mechanisms and noteworthy decorations made by hand, the fruit of very high-level artisanal expertise.

Each a part of the watch has been meticulously orchestrated to create a play of sunshine, contrasts and volumes. This know-how enhances the seen depth of the watch, every on the front and back of the Chronomètre Artisans, demonstrating uncompromising watchmaking mastery.

A mannequin between innovation, customized, and superb craftsmanship

Simon Brette ceaselessly pushes the boundaries of watchmaking art work, combining technical innovation and aesthetic perfection. Each creation is the outcomes of a harmonious dialogue between technicality and art work, elevating the bar to its highest diploma.

In daring distinction to the warmth of the rose gold, the dial sports activities actions a deep, intense black remedy.

Magnificence is born from distinction. Throughout the “Rose Gold” model of the Chronomètre Artisans, the deep black of the dial highlights the brilliance of the rose gold, whereas the latter warms the shimmering darkness of the DLC coating. Simon Brette has created a watchmaking work the place each factor magnifies the alternative, creating a powerful and unbelievable seen symphony.

An model which may be a sufferer of its private success

As an neutral watch mannequin, the strategy of allocating watches begins sooner than their design, properly sooner than their presentation to most people. The restricted model “Rose Gold” of the Chronomètre Artisans, which can most likely be formally launched to most people on Monday, December 16, 2024, was a sufferer of its success: thus, the 50 gadgets (whose manufacturing spans 4 years) found shoppers among the many many tons of of collectors who’ve been ready to current their curiosity to the mannequin.

Nonetheless, the gadgets of the next upcoming editions of the Chronomètre Artisans are nonetheless being allotted.

A restricted model of fifty gadgets

The “Rose Gold” model will in the long run be restricted to 50 gadgets. This decision is in line with the mannequin’s values of pushing excellence in all phases of manufacturing its timepieces, to offer distinctive, distinctive, terribly high-quality and demanding gadgets. This distinctive craftsmanship thus advocates the look for perfection in restricted parts.

Artisans Stopwatch Technical Specs

Case

Construction

• Caseband with embedded lugs, screwed bezel and caseback

Supplies

Dimensions

• Diameter: 39.00 mm
• Peak: 10.50 mm
• Full dimension: 45.00 mm
• Distance between lugs: 20.00 mm

Crystal

• Sapphire crystal with anti-refection cures above and beneath crystal to minimise scratches.

Water resistance

• Waterproof to 30 meters

Present

Dial

• Rose gold coated with an intense black DLC remedy
• Hand-engraved, decoration named “Battle”
• Excessive face spherical grained
• Hand polished anglage and straight grained flanks

Fingers

• Two-tone stainless-steel fingers coated with a 5N gold PVD coating
• Mirror polished excessive face
• Rounded and hand polished anglage

Movement

Movement

• Handbook winding: 45 rotations of crown
• Ruthenium dealt with
• 24 rubies

Dimensions

• Diameter: 33.30 mm
• Casing diameter: 32.70 mm
• Complete prime: 7.80 mm
• Peak of winding stem: 3.00 mm
• Winding stem: S1.20 mm

Stability

• Variable inertia steadiness with adjustment weights
• Hairspring with Breguet overcoil
• Adjustable stud holder
• Free sprung steadiness
• Greiner collet
• Geneva mannequin stud
• Frequency: 18’000 a/h (2.5 Hz)
• Inertia: 40 mg/cm²
• Elevate angle: 52°

Amplitude

• 0 h flat: 310°
• 24 h flat: 280°

Choices

• Handbook winding
• 2 barrels in parallel
• Two-position winding stem (winding and setting)
• Time setting in place 2
• 90° anchor fork
• 15 tooth escape wheel

Indications

• Central hours and minutes
• Small seconds at 9:15 o’clock

Power reserve