The Refined Manufacture Collection | FREDERIQUE CONSTANT
WATCH & JEWELRY / WATCH NEWS
September 20, 2016

The Refined Manufacture Collection | FREDERIQUE CONSTANT


FREDERIQUE CONSTANT


The Refined Manufacture Collection


FREDERIQUE CONSTANT introduces the "Classic Manufacture," featuring the brand's signature classical aesthetic. Additionally, the "Heartbeat Manufacture" welcomes a new navy iteration. Both models are powered by in-house calibers.

Text by WASEDA Kosaku (OPENERS)





The "Classic Manufacture" with Timeless Elegance


Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, FREDERIQUE CONSTANT is a watchmaking brand. As one of the few manufacture makers that handles everything from watch design and development to parts manufacturing, assembly, and inspection in-house, the brand offers high-quality Swiss-made timepieces at accessible prices, embodying the concept of "affordable luxury."

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The new "Classic Manufacture" is characterized by its rounded, timeless classical aesthetic. A pointer-type date display is positioned at 6 o'clock on the dial, while the onion-shaped crown and Roman numerals further enhance its classic appeal. Through the sapphire crystal case back, the in-house caliber, adorned with beautiful perlage and Côtes de Genève decorations, is visible.

Available in two variations, silver and black, these watches exude a subtle yet distinct presence, making them ideal as dress watches, engagement gifts, or general presents.






The "Heartbeat Manufacture" in Navy


Furthermore, from the "Heartbeat Manufacture" collection, which reflects FREDERIQUE CONSTANT's innovation and technical prowess, a new model emerges featuring a deep navy hue on both the dial and the alligator strap.



This collection, equipped with FREDERIQUE CONSTANT's proprietary in-house caliber, allows the balance wheel's movement to be admired from the dial side at the 6 o'clock position. The use of tungsten for the bidirectional automatic winding rotor ensures high winding efficiency. The rotor's central section is hollowed out, revealing the beautiful movement within.

Additionally, it incorporates an ultra-lightweight silicon escapement wheel that functions without lubrication, operating with lower energy consumption than traditional lever escapements. A pointer-type date display at 12 o'clock adds to the model's practicality.


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Classic Manufacture
Movement | Automatic (In-house caliber FC-710) 26 jewels 42-hour power reserve
Case | Stainless steel 42mm diameter See-through case back Sapphire crystal glass
Colors | Silver, Black
Strap | Black croco-embossed calfskin strap
Price | ¥290,000 (excluding tax)

Heartbeat Manufacture
Movement | Automatic (In-house caliber FC-941) Silicon escapement wheel Côtes de Genève 25 jewels 42-hour power reserve
Case | Stainless steel case 41mm diameter See-through case back Sapphire crystal glass
Dial | Heartbeat at 6 o'clock, pointer-type date at 12 o'clock, guilloché decoration in the center of the dial, Côtes de Genève decoration on the balance cock
Strap | Navy alligator strap
Price | ¥640,000 (excluding tax)



Contact


GM International


Tel. 03-5828-9080


www.clubfc.jp





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