MAURICE LACROIX – MASTERPIECE Skeleton LABEL NOIR Black DLC Steel 43 Special Edition - 2024
Maurice Lacroix x Label Noir
Masterpiece Skeleton Label Noir
Created in partnership with Label Noir, Maurice Lacroix unveils a new
version of its MASTERPIECE Skeleton. Equipped with a highly refined
in-house movement, this model reveals many components usually hidden
from view. Label Noir has played with light and shade, disclosure and
stealth, as well as black and white hues, skilfully juxtaposing
contrasts. The resultant watch, the MASTERPIECE Skeleton Label Noir,
limited to 288 pieces, showcases the creativity of both brands and the
wisdom of being inventive.
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In 2020, Maurice Lacroix, the brand from the Franches Montagnes, collaborated with the Geneva-based watchmaker, Label Noir. This inaugural collaboration, a reinterpretation of the urban-themed AIKON, sold out within minutes of being released. Keen to repeat this achievement, Maurice Lacroix has, once again, joined forces with the watch personalisation specialist.
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Emmanuel Curti - Label Noir
Founded in
2011, Label Noir has gained a reputation for revisiting existing
designs, masterfully working with a palette of black and white to
deliver a new and unique expression of style. Occasionally the Genevan
firm employs a pop of colour to evoke excitement; however, it is the
brand’s judicious application of monochromatic hues that has led to its
work attracting much critical acclaim.
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Skeleton watches can trace their roots to the 18th century. The traditional technique for openworking a movement involves removing superfluous metal by using handsaws and files. The resultant movement possesses an attractive filigreed appearance. However, on some occasions, the material removed adjacent to critical components, such as jewel beds, screws and the gear train, impaired reliability and created unwanted flex. Maurice Lacroix designed and developed its own in-house movement that addressed these potential issues.
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The Jura-based brand optimised the design of the movement within the MASTERPIECE Skeleton using CAD (Computer Aided Design), calculating the forces acting on each part of its structure. The mainplate and bridges are made using a modern-day CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machine, ensuring the resultant calibre remains stable, precise and reliable.
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This contemporary skeleton timepiece, featuring a hand-wound movement, reveals numerous components typically hidden from view. The keyless works, motion works and gear train are freely shown. The spring barrel features an openworked cap, affording sight of the mainspring in various states of tension.
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Consistent with other MASTERPIECE models, the ultimate expression of Maurice Lacroix ownership, the Manufacture ML134 calibre is adorned with Grand Colimaçon, sand-blasted finishing and bridges with polished edges.
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An exhibition caseback allows light to pass through the movement, illuminating every interior contour. The case of the MASTERPIECE Skeleton Label Noir is coated in the firm’s trademark black and anthracite matte DLC and measures 43mm in diameter, imbuing the watch with much wrist-presence. The timepiece comes presented on a matching M-branded black nylon strap paired with a folding clasp.
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Stéphane Waser, Managing Director of Maurice Lacroix, remarks, “At Maurice Lacroix, we strive to be inventive in everything we do. Nevertheless, we recognise that, on some occasions, collaborating with other creative individuals can deliver a synergistic outcome. The AIKON Label Noir reimagined our popular urban watch with an interesting use of black and grey hues. All examples of this model promptly sold. On this occasion, we decided to use one of our in-house movements that we designed, developed. We skilfully assemble this movement at our site in Saignelégier. The Masterpiece Skeleton Label Noir is limited to just 288 pieces and, based on its prepossessing appearance, I suspect they will also be quickly snapped up by avid collectors.”
For almost 50 years, Maurice Lacroix has demonstrated all of its watchmaking expertise, crafting watches within the brand’s Manufacture in Saignelégier, Switzerland. Having won more than fifteen awards, the brand has demonstrated an innovative, avant-garde and perfectionist spirit over the years. Maurice Lacroix’s culture is indeed to offer affordable watches, with iconic design and high perceived value. In 2016, Maurice Lacroix reinterpreted its iconic model of the 90s, the Calypso, releasing the AIKON. Modern and daring, the AIKON is made for a generation of Millennials who are connected, cosmopolitan and talented. This ambitious generation is setting out to conquer the world’s cities, embracing their unique spirit.
A constant source of inspiration for the Maurice Lacroix creative team, an active and urban brand, that thrives in the electric energy of these cities. With this in mind, Maurice Lacroix chooses to associate its image with a set of activities that allow consumers to experience the unique vitality of city life.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model: MASTERPIECE Skeleton Label Noir Edition
Case
Diameter 43mm
Height 13 mm
Material Black DLC stainless steel
Case description
Brushed and polished stainless steel case with a gunmetal DLC coating and an open caseback.
White line on the crown and decal on the front and back glasses
Case setting No
Water resistance 5 ATM
Dial & Hands
Sapphire. Skeleton
SPECIAL Hands : Black-plated second hand
Movement
Caliber: Manufacture manual ML134
Vibration: 18,000 vibrations per hour, 2.5 Hz
Power reserve: 45 hours
Jewels: 17
Functions Hour, minute, second, open heart
Decorations
Black sunbrushed plate with sandblasting at the bottom of the pockets, engraving "Maurice Lacroix" with white lacque, black 3/4 bridge with Grand colimaçon
Strap / Bracelet
Black nylon strap with black sandblasted M-logo, white stitching and Easychange system
Buckle Stainless steel butterfly buckle with a gunmetal DLC coating on top cover
🔰 Special Edition Limited edition of 288
🔴 Price: MSRP: $ 7.950 / € 7,350 EUR / 6.900 CHF💰
Launch year 2024
#YourTimeIsNow #MasterYourTime
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Press release – 2024
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International PR Manager
Lucie Notari
Phone +41 78 638 70 09
lucie.notari@mauricelacroix.com
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