Brand Name Derived from "Neuchâtel," a Hub of Swiss Watchmaking

A High-Level Automatic Tourbillon

Timepieces with complex mechanisms are most often hand-wound. Even if an automatic winding system were adopted for a complex mechanical watch, it would likely result in a thicker case, a significant drawback.

HAUTLENCE's new releases feature automatic winding with a three-day power reserve. A tourbillon with the basic specifications of a modern, practical watch is exceptionally rare. Furthermore, a case thickness of just 12.4mm is remarkable for such a complex timepiece, suggesting excellent styling.

The "Tourbillon 02" and "Tourbillon 03" from HAUTLENCE, introduced this year, are variations of the "Tourbillon 01," which debuted in 2015 as an advanced tourbillon model.

These watches are equipped with tourbillon movements from H. Moser, a sister company under the Meyrin Group. The carriage at 6 o'clock is visible through apertures on both the front and back, with the rear supported by a frame-like bridge. This design allows for full appreciation of the intricate mechanical complexity from either side.

Additionally, this mechanism incorporates a second time zone display. A smaller hour hand indicates the home time (second time zone), while an independently adjustable hour hand shows the local time. When in your home country, the two hands can be perfectly aligned, making the smaller hand virtually unnoticeable. It is both practical and elegantly designed.

This year, the dial color has been updated from the 2015 models. The black dial has been replaced with a metallic rhodium finish, accentuating the three-dimensional structure and the beautiful Côtes de Genève patterns, creating a visually striking effect.

HAUTLENCE's skill in crafting a classic round complication with their unique interpretation is truly impressive. It not only showcases their distinctive case design but also inspires a desire to see their take on more orthodox watch styles.

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Pushing the Boundaries of Timekeeping and Escapement Mechanisms

HAUTLENCE has consistently pursued originality in its timekeeping mechanisms since its inception, and the "Vortex," introduced in 2015, is no exception.

The minutes are displayed by a hand at the center of the watch, which moves in a sector and instantly returns to zero upon reaching the end of its track – a retrograde display. Due to the significant mechanical strain, this complication is rarely used for the minute hand.

Approximately three seconds after the retrograde minute hand returns to zero, the hour markers, normally located around the 8:30 position, are advanced through a window. The hour markers consist of plates with numerals arranged on a caterpillar-like belt. The mechanism that drives this belt is the mobile bridge, which houses the escapement. Every 60 minutes, this bridge rotates 60° vertically, carrying the escapement with it. The left end of the bridge then advances the caterpillar belt, displaying the time.

The spectacle of the retrograde display returning to zero, followed by a brief pause and the mesmerizing movement of the escapement, all while the hour markers advance, repeats every 60 minutes. This model, with its captivatingly complex and visible mechanics on both sides, is a dream for any mechanical enthusiast.

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Artistic Expression Through Stained Glass

This watch reflects the sharp insight of a living legend. The intricate mechanisms, visible through the semi-transparent colored glass of the stained glass, create a striking contrast with the black case, exuding a distinctly modern architectural feel.

The spectacular mechanism of the "Vortex" is perfectly complemented by this visual effect of color. It is a unique model that other brands could not replicate.