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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Hesalite

Hesalite

Hesalite is a type of plastic or acrylic material commonly used as a crystal on watches. It offers several advantages, including better resistance to impact and fewer visible scratches compared to other materials like sapphire crystal. Hesalite also has a characteristic domed shape that provides a vintage aesthetic. It was notably used on the Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch.