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Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work. 

Introducing Frédérique Constant Announces a New Addition to the Classics Premiere Collection

A global edition of the Classics Premiere watch debuts with new dial color options

Frédérique Constant has long positioned itself as a champion of classical watch design, consistently expanding its portfolio with refined, timeless pieces. Last year, the brand extended its Classics Premiere collection with the launch of a salmon-dial model, released exclusively for the European market. Today, Frédérique Constant revisits this elegant design with a new release this time offering two dial options, in salmon or blue, and making the watch available beyond Europe for the first time.

The watch comes in a polished stainless steel case measuring 38.5mm in diameter and 10.67mm in thickness. Its 3-part construction is complemented by a convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating, ensuring clarity and durability. At 43.5mm lug-to-lug, the case maintains a refined wrist presence without being overwhelming. A see-through caseback, secured by four screws, allows for a clear view of the movement inside, while a water resistance rating of 50 meters adds practical everyday resilience.

The watch is offered with two dial options, blue or salmon, each showcasing a high level of detail and craftsmanship. Both versions feature a circular-brushed chapter ring adorned with applied, polished Arabic Breguet numerals, framing a recessed central area with a refined grained texture. The salmon dial is complemented by black railroad-style minute tracks flanking the numerals, while the blue version features crisp white tracks for enhanced legibility. Finishing the layout are hand-polished, silver-colored hands that add a touch of classic elegance to the overall design.

Powering the watch is the automatic Calibre FC-301, based on the reliable La Joux-Perret G100 architecture. Operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz), the movement delivers smooth timekeeping with central seconds and hacking functionality for precise time setting. With an extended power reserve of 68 hours, it offers strong performance well suited for daily wear. It comes with a stainless steel bracelet and folding buckle, and priced at CHF 2,095 approximately equivalent to AED 10,700.

For more information, you can visit Frédérique Constant’s official website.

Technical specifications: Frederique Constant Classics Premiere Blue & Salmon
  1. References: salmon: FC-301SAL3B6B / blue: FC-301BL3B6B
  2. Case: stainless steel, polished, convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective, transparent caseback 
  3. Diameter: 38.5mm
  4. Thickness: 10.67mm
  5. Water resistance: 50 m
  6. Dial: Blue or salmon, grained center, circular brushed chapter ring with dual railroad tracks, Breguet numerals, open-tipped Breguet-style hands
  7. Movement: FC-301, automatic, based on the La Joux-Perret G100 caliber 
  8. Power reserve: 68 hours 
  9. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  10. Functions: hours, minutes, seconds 
  11. Bracelet / Strap: stainless steel bracelet, folding buckle
  12. Availability:  permanent line
  13. Price: CHF 2,095 / approximately equivalent to AED 10,700

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