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In other words , the design of the B1.618 caliber is unique . The curved and openworked tourbillon bridge . The barrel bridge , which responds with perfect symmetry . The floating and skeletonized flange . The structures and textures in shades of black that cut across . The symmetrical plays off the asymmetrical , in a balance that is natural to the eye , with a harmony that is the intrinsic to the Golden Ratio .
The Tourbillon B1.618 Openwork is the result of genuine aesthetic research . The short lugs on the case in themselves already enhance wear comfort . The supple strap made from natural rubber naturally follows through . The sporty elegance of the distinctive color seam that intersects the various parts of the case – be it in carbon or titanium . This through-line is a Bianchet ’ s unmistakable signature . The seam , functional and following a specific cut , first embedded then adjusted by hand between the different components , highlights the case ’ s curvature . It also defines a chromatic theme , extending to the hands and hour markers as well as to crown ’ s rubber insert and the strap .
EMINENTLY WEARABLE IN EVERY WAY
By definition sporty-chic , the Tourbillon B1.618 Openwork is water-resistant to 50 meters ( 5 ATM ) in the titanium version , 30 meters for the carbon version and features a crown guard . As a sign of the confidence Bianchet places in its manufacturing process , the watch is guaranteed for five years . The figure reflects a physical quality of the movement : its components are made of Grade 5 titanium , including the bridges of the tourbillon cage . The material ’ s low weight and high rigidity further enhance the calibre ’ s reliability .
With the metal used for the components and case , the Tourbillon B1.618 Openwork in titanium weighs in at less than 55 grams . The carbon version weighs 33 grams without the bracelet . In other words , the Tourbillon B1.618 Openwork is practically imperceptible when worn and that feeling of harmony between watch and wearer is only underscored by the watch ’ s natural curvature .
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