Berneron – MIRAGE Sienna and Prussian Blue Gold Edition

Berneron – MIRAGE Sienna and Prussian Blue Gold Edition 2024

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Derestricted HOROLOGY
AN ABSOLUTE REFUSAL TO COMPLY

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Our signature lies in the fierce determination to create freely and without any compromise, venturing into the unknown through an unbridled artistic expression.

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Tirelessly pushing the limits, we allow ourselves unreasonable choices and fanciful aspirations.

THE COLLECTOR’S MINDSET

In order to guarantee meticulous craftsmanship and strong collectability, we will limit our annual production from 12 to 24 pieces per reference and per year. 

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We believe in slow but steady growth, with a goal of reaching an overall annual production of around 400 pieces in 2035. Taking our own pace and remaining faithful to our line is also what enables us to offer a special service and build a privileged relationship with each and every collector.

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We conceive, develop, manufacture and assemble our timepieces entirely in the canton of Neuchâtel (Switzerland), at the heart of the historic watchmaking region. We’ve built strong bonds with local artisans, aim to support the local economy and perpetuate traditional know-how.

 MIrage SIENNA 38mm

 The Mirage is the first shaped watch to draw its asymmetry from its caliber, rather than from an external free shape. 

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Drawn to let the mechanics go freely (large barrel, direct small second & pocket watch style balance wheel), the movement escapes from the circle to then offer a combination of finesse and advanced performance. 

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Its total absence of symmetry creates a harmony that is both imperfect and deliberate.

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With its all-gold construction and special effort devoted to its finesse, it conveys a message of uncompromising elegance and discreet luxury.

An unparalleled blend of art
and technic.

Sienna is a pigment that takes its name from the place where it was produced, the Italian city-state of Sienna. In its natural state, raw sienna is yellowish brown, but becomes a reddish brown when heated. 

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It was one of the first pigments used for painting and can be found in prehistoric cave art; it was then further developed for artistic use during the Renaissance.

Mirage PRUSSIAN BLUE 38mm

The Mirage is the first shaped watch to draw its asymmetry from its caliber, rather than from an external free shape. 

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Drawn to let the mechanics go freely (large barrel, direct small second & pocket watch style balance wheel), the movement escapes from the circle to then offer a combination of finesse and very advanced performance. Its total absence of symmetry creates a harmony that is both imperfect and deliberate. 

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With its all-gold construction and special effort devoted to its finesse, it conveys a message of uncompromising elegance and discreet luxury.

An unparalleled blend of art
and technic.

Prussian blue has been a crucial pigment for the development of fine arts, being accidentally formed by the oxidation of iron at the beginning of the 18th century. .

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Adopted by European easel painters and Japanese artists, it later became Picasso’s characteristic pigment during its Blue Period. 

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Pricing

• • Currently sold out.
• • 6 years of production have been allocated to collectors, until end of 2028.
• • The order book will re-open next year.

 CALIBER 233

Technical excellence is for us inseparable of our search for character and uniqueness. Our caliber 233 aims to capture the best of both worlds, thus blending art and technique in an unparalleled way. 

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Designed without restrictions, the gear & escapement trains take the natural space they need on the main plate to be technically optimal. 

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Together with the large 60h barrel, they create a asymetrical shape that not only breaks free from the circle, but also was the starting point to design the case shape.

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The technical layout breaks free from the traditional circle, to carry a larger barrel, enhancing power reserve. We developed a specific complication: the handset is reversed, enabling a slimmer case profile. 

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 The movement structure, made out of 18k solid gold, is also as thin as possible (2,30mm thick).

BESPOKE COMPLICATION

The caliber 233 features a special complication, a reversed handset. 

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With the minute hand seating under the hour hand, the glass profile can drop sooner on the bezel, resulting in thinness gain of 15% on the case profile. 

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A significant improvement in terms of ergonomics, with the watch fitting more snugly on the wrist. 

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This complication also offers a better legibility on the dial, as the minute hand no longer overlaps the hour one.

ALL-GOLD CONSTRUCTION

We opted for an all-gold construction, which we believe embodies uncompromising elegance. As far as the movement is concerned, all compatible components (main plate and bridges) are made out of 18K gold. 

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The winding and timing gears are made of steel for reasons of rigidity and torque.

CASE DESIGN

The slenderness of the case, combined with the unmistakable weight of gold creates a unique contrast, of discretion towards others, but of undeniable refinement for oneself.

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Effortless, even slightly irreverent elegance. Unlike an apologetic circle, asymmetry brings character and uniqueness, allowing the piece to be noticed while remaining compact on the wrist.

QUALITY STANDARDS

In a desire to take no shortcuts, we have set ourselves a set of standards for Berneron watches. 

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They will allow us to offer not only high quality timepieces, but also the service that goes with them for a well rounded experience.

Going beyond ‘Swiss made’ label

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While the ‘Swiss made’ label only requires 60% of components to be made in Switzerland, we manufacture all our components in the cantons of Neuchâtel and Jura, supporting the local economy.

100% 🇨🇭SWISS MADE, and produced in small numbers (12 pieces per year).

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Collection:  MIRAGE 

Model:  MIrage SIENNA 38mm Gold Edition

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 Model:  MIrage PRUSSIAN BLUE 38mm Gold Edition

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 Pricing

• Currently sold out.
• 6 years of production have been allocated to collectors, until the end of 2028.
• The order book will re-open next year.

Movement   
Caliber 233
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 • Proprietary hand-wound movement
• Direct small second
• Complication: inverted hand set
• 60h power reserve
Dimensions • 30.0 x 28.0 x 2.3 mm
Complication • Inverted hand set (hour hand on top)
Components • 135 components & 17 jewels
Regulation • Free sprung balance wheel
Frequency • 21,600 VpH (3Hz)
Escapement • Traditional Swiss lever 

Decoration
• Guillochage (bridges).
• Colimaçonnage (crown wheel).
• Laser engraving (barrel).
• Anglage (bridges).
• Cerclage (hour wheel).
• Traits tirés (cliquet).
• Nuagage (bridge pocket).
Full gold construction
• All the components are made of 18K gold
(case, dial, hands, buckle, spring bars, movement main plate & bridges)
Case 

• 18K yellow gold (Au750-4N) 
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• 18K white gold (Au750-Pd210) 
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Dimensions
• Case diameter: 34 x 38mm
• Wears like a 38mm
• Lug to lug distance: 42mm
• Total thickness: 7,00mm
• Visible height: 4,90mm
Water resistance • 30M (3ATM)
• 37.5 x 33.5 x 7.0 mm
• Lug to lug: 42.0 mm
Glass
• Top: hesalite (scratch-resistant coating)
• Bottom: sapphire (inner AR coating)
Hands • 18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
Dial
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N) 

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18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)
Strap
• 20-16 mm Barenia leather
• Size range covered: 140 > 195 mm / 5,50 > 7,68 inches.
Spring bars
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)
Buckle
18K yellow gold (Au750-4N)
18K white gold (Au750-Pd210)

 🔰LIMITED EDITION  Limited to only 12 pieces per year.

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With a production of 12 Mirage Sienna and 12 Mirage Prussian Blue per year, each piece carries its own unique number. 

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Matching numbers
Each metal variant has its own nomenclature, which offers the possibility of having a set with matching numbers.

Warranty  2 years, under terms and conditions.

Maintenance
Service intervals can go from 5 and 10 years depending on use.
Service can be carried out by your local watchmaker (once we have sent a spare parts kit), or directly by us in Switzerland.

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Czapek & Cie. – Place Vendome Complicite Stardust Cobalt Edition

Czapek & Cie. – PLACE VENDÔME Complicité – “Stardust Cobalt” Edition 2024 

 PLACE VENDÔME COMPLICITÉ Stardust Cobalt: A Symphony In Blue

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Geneva 2023 – Czapek & Cie unveils Place Vendôme Complicité, a unique reinterpretation of a double escapement combination initially created in 1930 and very rare in wristwatches. Two independent oscillators beat at their own pace, with any rate variations balanced by a differential at 12 o’clock, all beautifully laid out on the dial side.

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This exquisite timepiece, limited to just 13 pieces of the 100 comprising the first edition, is the result of a collaboration with renowned watchmaker Bernhard Lederer. It embodies the perfect fusion of stunning beauty and masterful engineering.

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The Place Vendôme Complicité Stardust Cobalt continues the legacy of the Complicité Stardust and Harmony Blue editions, launched in August 2023, featuring a double escapement that epitomizes precision and reliability. 

 

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This sophisticated mechanism is elegantly showcased beneath a butterfly-shaped sapphire glass bridge positioned prominently at 12 o’clock, a signature element that enhances the watch's allure and technical intrigue.

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The design follows the layout of the original Place Vendôme, with sub-dials forming a pyramid structure. The double escapement with a central differential creates a stunning kinetic sculpture. 

 

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The watch features the manually wound Calibre 8, providing a 72-hour power reserve visible on the dial through sapphire bridges. The aesthetic blends modern and traditional elements, with detailed hand-finishing, such as 18 manually chamfered internal angles, and contemporary decoration.

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As its name suggests, the Place Vendôme Complicité combines a story of friendship with high horology excellence. Rooted in the concept of établissage, or horizontal manufacturing, Czapek collaborates with the best independent specialists, as a conductor leads an orchestra, to create extraordinary watches. 

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Master watchmaker Bernhard Lederer’s expertise in escapements and his visionary approach have significantly contributed to the creation of this collection.

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Initially introduced in grey with a white gold case (Stardust) and sapphire blue with a rose gold case (Harmony Blue), the Stardust Cobalt version is also crafted in white gold, but features shimmering blued indexes and hands contrasting with the circular-grained grey minutes and hours track. 

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To ensure a clearer view of the dial side mechanism, the glass-box of the original collection has been replaced with a domed sapphire crystal.  

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 At Czapek & Cie, we believe in the enduring appeal of exceptional craftsmanship and striking design," said Xavier de Roquemaurel, CEO of Czapek & Cie. “We are confident that with the newly implemented dazzling domed sapphire crystal, the Place Vendome Complicité Stardust Cobalt represents the twist in the white gold model that many had been waiting for”.

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The Place Vendôme Complicité Stardust Cobalt is available through Czapek & Cie’s official boutiques and authorized retailers worldwide. The first deliveries of the Complicité collection begin in July 2024.

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Model name:  Place Vendôme Complicité – Stardust Cobalt

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• Open-work double-escapement with differential gearing at 12 o'clock. 
•  Created with the 'Complicité' of Bernhard Lederer.
• Limited edition of 13 pieces.

FUNCTIONS
Hours, Minutes, Seconds & Power reserve indicator
MOVEMENT
· Calibre 8 created in collaboration with Bernhard Lederer
· Number of parts: 293
· Open-work
· Double escapement with differential gearing and central second
· Power-reserve: 72 hours
· Frequency: 3Hz - 21,600 VpH
· Two variable inertia balance wheels oscillating in opposite directions, with fours adjustment screws and four weights
Balance springs with Breguet terminal curves
· Two sapphire bridges with six rubies set in gold chaton
FINISH
· Hand-beveling on bridges and main plate
· 18 inward angles hand-chamfered
CASE
18K white gold case with domed sapphire and sandblasted hollowed-out lugs
Crown protectors
Diameter: 41,8 mm (lugs to lugs 48,22 mm)
Height: 14,8 mm (height on the wrist: 13.3 mm; perceived height without glass 8.8 mm)
Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment on the inside and outside surfaces
Water-resistance: 50m (5 atm)
DIAL
Open-worked with double escapement on a “Graine” main plate with silver galvanic treatment
Circular-grained minute and hour track
Partially skeletonised blued swords hands
Faceted blued indexes
BRACELET
Alligator strap with 18K white gold folding buckle

🔴INTERNATIONAL RETAIL PRICE without tax
GBP 77,300 · CHF 85'000 or $ 100'000 or € 89'000 or £ 77'300

🔰Edition     Limitation: of 13 pieces 

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Press Release - 2024
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Email: valeria@czapek.com | jane@czapek.com (UK)

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