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.

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German silver ( Nickel silver )

German silver ( Nickel silver )

Nickel silver, also known as German silver, is a type of alloy commonly used in various components of watchmaking. Despite its name, nickel silver does not actually contain silver. It is composed of a mixture of copper, nickel, and zinc. The term "silver" refers to its silver-like appearance rather than its composition.

Nickel silver is used in different parts of a watch, including the case, movement plates, bridges, and other components. It possesses various properties such as corrosion resistance, durability, and ease of polishing.