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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. 

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Snowflake hands

The Snowflake hands refer to a distinctive style of watch hands known for their unique design resembling the shape of snowflakes. The most notable use of snowflake hands is associated with Tudor watches, particularly in their Black Bay and Pelagos models. These hands gained iconic status and were introduced in 1969, contributing to Tudor's recognizable aesthetic. The Tudor snowflake hands are characterized by their angular, blocky shape, which makes time reading clearer.