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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 The New Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon 38mm

Three refined releases with smaller case and striking natural stone dials

Since its debut in 2019, the Code 11.59 line has been a canvas for Audemars Piguet’s modern vision of haute horlogerie. Its round profile with an octagonal middle case bridges heritage and innovation. Continuing its 150th anniversary, Audemars Piguet evolves once more by introducing a new family of 38mm timepieces. After unveiling its first-ever Perpetual Calendar in this compact size, the brand now adds three striking Flying Tourbillon models to the collection, each distinguished by a vibrant natural stone dial.

The trio is presented in 18K pink gold with a blue sodalite dial, 18K white gold with a ruby zoisite dial, and 18K yellow gold with a malachite dial. Each case measures 38mm in diameter and just 9.6mm in thickness. Water resistance is rated at 30 meters.

Each dial is crafted from a carefully cut gemstone, sodalite, ruby zoisite, or malachite. Because every stone is unique, each dial carries its own natural pattern and variations in color. At 6 o’clock, the flying tourbillon appears to float above the dial, its cage supported only from below, creating a captivating focal point.

Powering the collection is the Calibre 2968, an ultra-thin automatic movement measuring just 3.4mm thick. Introduced in 2022, it features a titanium tourbillon cage with a peripheral drive to reduce weight and improve efficiency. The calibre delivers a 50-hour power reserve and operates at a frequency of 21,600 vph (3Hz).

Each model is paired with a color-coordinated alligator strap, red for ruby zoisite, blue for sodalite, and green for malachite, secured by a matching gold folding clasp. In line with the 38mm Perpetual Calendar variants, these Flying Tourbillon references are limited to 150 pieces each. Prices are available upon request.

For more information, visit Audemars Piguet’s official website.

Technical Specifications: Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Flying Tourbillon 38mm
  1. Case: 18K pink gold, 18K white gold, 18K yellow gold, sapphire crystal on both sides
  2. Diameter: 38mm
  3. Thickness: 9.6mm
  4. Water Resistance: 30 meters
  5. Dial: sodalite, ruby zoisite, malachite, flying tourbillon at 6 o’clock
  6. Movement: Calibre 2968, automatic
  7. Functions:, Hours, Minutes
  8. Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
  9. Power Reserve: 50 hours
  10. Bracelet/Strap: alligator strap (blue, red, or green), 18K gold folding clasp
  11. Availability: Limited to 150 pieces per variant
  12. Price: Upon request

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