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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Stamping

A manufacturing process that utilizes specialized molds to shape metal components through mechanical force. The metal sheets or strips are pressed onto the molds, causing the metal to take on specific shapes or patterns. This method is used to produce watch components such as dials, cases, and bezels, providing cost-effectiveness and efficiency for mass production. Stamped components undergo additional finishing processes like polishing, coating, or engraving to enhance their appearance and functionality.