108 WATCHES & TIMEPIECES
ULTRA-THIN MOVEMENT
Operating at rate of 18,000 vibrations per hour ( 2.5 Hz ) and positioned at 6 o ’ clock , the tourbillon – whose carriage bears the small seconds indication by means of a blackened screw – enlivens this ‘ carnival of the animals ’. It can also be admired through the sapphire caseback without being concealed by the oscillating weight . The movement construction incorporates a peripheral rotor winding the barrel to ensure a comfortable 80-hour power reserve . The choice of the peripheral rotor also contributes to the slenderness of Calibre 2160 which , despite the presence of the tourbillon , is barely 5.65 mm thick .
This ultra-thin movement with its 188 components has made it possible to offer an 18K 5N pink gold case with a total thickness of 11.21 mm and a 41 mm diameter that is suitable for all wrists .
The finishing of Calibre 2160 offers the same high level of quality as the embellishment of the dial .
The bar of the tourbillon carriage is entirely hand-bevelled , as are the movement components . The mainplate is circulargrained on the dial side , while the bridges are adorned with Côtes de Genève on the back . Paired with a black , deep blue or brown alligator leather strap , depending on the model , secured a folding clasp and available in a limited boutique edition of 16 timepieces for each dial colour , this watch embodies a perfect symbiosis of artistic crafts and fine watchmaking .
THE ART OF LUXURY Issue 57 2023