JEWELLERY & WATCHES
“ L . U . C . is a collection of Haute Horlogerie watches that stands out for its distinctive character . Our partnership with Kiton is an entirely logical move , in that over the years our two family Maisons have proven the excellence of their craftsmanship and their fertile creativity ”, says Karl-Friedrich Scheufele . The result is a highly exclusive timepiece , produced in a numbered 100-piece limited edition .
Allure
First and foremost , the L . U . C XP Il Sarto Kiton is perfectly proportioned thanks to a 40 mm diameter case that is a mere 7.2 mm thick . This ultra-thin look enables genuine wearer comfort and imposes an aura of simplicity , two imperatives that sum up the philosophy of the L . U . C collection and contribute to its elegance , thereby echoing Ciro Paone ’ s motto : “ Elegance must be associated with simplicity ”.
The allure of this timepiece also lies in its chromatic uniformity : a beautiful black silhouette , subtly carved out from the slate grey shades of the beadblasted DLC ( Diamond- Like Carbon ) steel case , dial and strap .
Achieved by galvanic treatment and lacquered finishes , the Kiton Ateliers ’ signature is evident at first glance on the brass dial thanks to the Neapolitan tailor ’ s houndstooth motif that has been a firm favourite since it purchased at auction the wardrobe of King Edward VIII of England , who was hailed , if not for his ephemeral reign , at least for his elegance as an acknowledged dandy .
Against this dark background , the golden Arabic numerals matching the hour-markers and fusée-type Dauphine hands make the hours and minutes perfectly legible . The quarter-hour indications and the Kiton logo at 6 o ’ clock add a subtle red touch that is picked up in the topstitching on the strap . Testimony to the same artisanal approach , the latter is handmade , free of any chemical treatment and comes in a soft blend of Mongolian cashmere , wool and flannel with a slight touch of elastane , ensuring enhanced wearer comfort . This opulent wristband is lined with red alligator leather as is a second black alligator leather strap also sold with the model .
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