Louis Moinet - MECANOGRAPH Chronometer

Louis Moinet - MECANOGRAPH Chronometer NEW Basel 2012
"MECANOGRAPH" reflects the synergy of a chronometer movement manufacturing and unparalleled design qualities of Louis Moinet. The development of the screw press, the anchor and machinery is made in a manner quite different and special, either on top or bottom of the watch.
"MECANOGRAPH" is also innovative in the technology of the automatic watch by delivering up to date an older operating system. In this particular process and rare, small and large catches are working together with the gear train of the automatic. Besides its aesthetic and very spectacular, the advantage is to provide a bidirectional winding system.

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  Powerful character
 This exceptional movement affirms its originality through the powerful character of his clothing.In his soul, ring external timer and a half-dial to the iconic "Côtes du Jura" ® help to forge a spirit with this stylish watch with a great personality. The time is read on the needles drawn by Louis Moinet and titled "Dew Drops" ®.
The housing is made of grade 5 titanium, polished and satin endings. Both versions combine the 18-carat pink gold titanium. The design echoes the identity codes of Louis Moinet, namely a top bezel and 6 screws to its unique system of interchangeable crown tube, which is the subject of a patent."MECANOGRAPH" is a unique creation in various limited editions of 365 copies, dedicated to the wrists of watch enthusiasts creative.

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  Mechanism high-end
LM31 was the caliber entirely designed and manufactured by Louis Moinet and Concepto. 
It consists of 182 different elements, and has a chronometric precision, evidenced by his ballot the COSC. Its most outstanding feature is, however, to disclose all of the regulatory body and the exhaust and gear train, highlighted through a plate and bridges to the termination anthracite.
 One challenge has been to insert the second hand in this wonderful body mechanics. This was done through a special form applies to a needle and double reading, allowing a new vision of time.
Seen from behind, the screw press offers a different and original entertainment from the top view. It fits into a set of bridges of anthracite, decorated with "Côtes du Jura" ®, and embellished with 26-jewel watch made ​​by the Verneuil process and presented findings, as well as by blued steel screws.

To achieve its chronometric precision, the LM31 Manufacture movement vibrates at 8 pulses per second, 28.800 vibrations / hour. The power reserve is 48 hours and the rotor is mounted on a ball bearing high-tech ceramic.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:

Case:
Original Louis Moinet® design featuring six-screw bezel
Materials:
Grade 5 titanium with polished and matt finishing
5N 18-carat rose gold, polished finishing
Diameter:  43.50 mm
Thickness: 15.60 mm
Water resistance: 50 metres
Case-back: Equipped with 7 screws
Engraved with individual number and Louis Moinet symbols
Crystals:
Two sapphire crystals with anti-glare treatment on both sides
Crown guard: Patent pending
Dial:
12 – 6 o’clock : “Côtes du Jura”® design
6 – 12 o’clock : visible mechanism
Hands:
“Gouttes de Rosée”® (dewdrop) design, rhodium or gold-plated
Strap:
Hand-sewn Louisiana alligator leather with alligator leather lining
Interhorn width: 24 mm
Buckle:
Double folding clasp in grade 5 titanium & 316L stainless steel
Presentation box: Louis Moinet book, hand-written guarantee
Limited Editions:
LM-31.20.60, 365 watches, Grade 5 titanium, silver dial
LM-31.20.50, 365 watches, Grade 5 titanium, black dial
LM-31.40.65, 365 watches, Grade 5 titanium & 18-carat rose gold, silver dial
LM-31.40.55, 365 watches, Grade 5 titanium & 18-carat rose gold, black dial
Movement:
Mechanical self-winding composed of 182 parts
Calibre LM31, developed and manufacture-made by Louis Moinet and Concepto
Functions: Hours & Minutes
Running seconds, suspended at 9 o’clock
Rotor:
Mounted on high-tech ceramic ball bearings featuring a “Côtes du Jura”® design
Oscillations: 28,800 vph (8 V/S, 8 vibrations per second)
Frequency: 4 Hz
Lines: 13 ¼
Power reserve:
48 hours at maximum wind
Jewels: 26
Balance: Glucydur

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