Simplicity is nothing to be ashamed of, particularly when it’s executed proper. And with the Peseux 7001, a motion that’s just about remained unchanged because it was launched over half a century in the past, issues have been executed very proper. This calibre is watchmaking decreased to the essence, but it’s able to nice issues! Regardless of its compact development and easy time-only indications, it admirably serves loads of manufacturers. And given the very fact we’ve delved deep into the ETA/Peseux 7001s historical past solely a few days in the past, why not have a more in-depth have a look at watches that depend on this particular motion a method or one other? So with that in thoughts, and working from reasonably priced to (very) dear, right here is that this week’s Shopping for Information choice!
Baltic Prismic
We’re beginning issues off smart and classy, with the Baltic Prismic. This pleasant little watch takes its design cues from geometric shapes and the refraction of sunshine. Particulars such because the pyramid-like hour markers, grooved centre part and a mess of textures and finishes give it tons of appeal. It’s out there in purple, inexperienced, salmon or grey-blue, all fitted to both a leather-based strap for EUR 990 or a mesh bracelet for EUR 1,050. Contained in the elegantly proportioned 36mm by 9.2mm case, the ETA Peseux 7001 delivers 42 hours of working time, just about the usual capability for this motion.
For extra data, please go to Baltic-Watches.com.
Fast Details – 36mm x 9.2mm – chrome steel & grade 5 titanium case – stepped bezel – sapphire crystal entrance & again – 30m water resistant – purple, inexperienced, salmon or grey-blue dial – faceted and polished markers – Dauphine type fingers – ETA Peseux 7001 – hand-wound – 21,600vph – 42h energy reserve – mesh metal bracelet or leather-based strap with pin buckle – EUR 990 (leather-based strap) or EUR 1,050 (mesh bracelet)
Louis Erard Excellence Regulator
Louis Erard takes a unique route with this motion and provides a regulator module on prime of it. This Excellence Regulator has been a part of the gathering for fairly some time already however hasn’t misplaced any of its appeal. The stamped guilloché dial offers it an interesting look, together with a break up show for the hours, minutes and seconds. On prime of that, you even have the comfort of an influence reserve show, fairly sensible with a hand-wound motion! The polished metal case measures 40mm in diameter, and it comes on a leather-based strap. Surprisingly, the value hasn’t moved an inch because it was launched, so it could possibly nonetheless be yours for CHF 2,245.
For extra data, please go to LouisErard.com.
Fast Details – 40mm diameter – polished chrome steel case – sapphire crystal with AR-coating – stable chrome steel caseback – 50m water resistant – silver dial – stamped guilloché sample – regulator show (central minutes, hours at 12′, seconds at 6′) – extra energy reserve show – ETA Peseux 7001 with Louis Erard RE9 module – 21,600vph – 42h energy reserve – black calf leather-based strap with folding clasp – CHF 2,245
Furlan Marri Disco Volante
The latest entry on this Shopping for Information choice comes from Furlan Marri and known as Disco Volante. Though the hour-minutes-small-seconds show is fairly simple, the entire bundle merely appears to be like nice! The case appears to be like like a flying saucer, therefore the title, and is riddled with retro appeal. The stepped bezel, the tucked strap fitment, the recessed crown and so forth. Dial-wise it’s additionally fairly the looker, with a very good sense of depth and element. Obtainable in three color combos, all with an identical leather-based strap, the Disco Volante retails for CHF 2,500. For that you just get a really good iteration of the ETA/Peseux 7001 although, with redesigned bridges and a pleasant degree of ending.
For extra data, please go to FurlanMarri.com.
Fast Details – 38mm x 8.95mm – chrome steel case, brushed & polished – stepped bezel – sapphire crystal entrance & again – 50m water-resistance – two-tone dials in a number of colors – central hours & minutes, small seconds – Peseux calibre 7001 – manually wound – 21,600vph – 42h energy reserve – hand-finished elements – every watch comes with 2 leather-based strap with pin buckle & quick-release push-pins – CHF 2,500
Holthinrichs Deconstructed
Our Dutch good friend Michiel Holthinrichs has pushed the ETA/Peseux 7001 to its limits with the very outspoken DECONSTRUCTED. Not essentially by way of indications, however extra by way of design. Just about the complete motion has been re-engineered and half the elements are constructed in-house. The dial and motion are virtually utterly openworked, and there are 25 elements within the dial alone. The 3D printed grade 5 titanium case is fitted to an additionally 3D printed grade 5 titanium bracelet, for a downright Geiger-esque look that wouldn’t be misplaced in some SciFi blockbuster. This 20-piece restricted version prices EUR 35,000 earlier than taxes, however a ton of labor has been poured into it so we really feel it’s fairly justifiable.
For extra data, please go to HolthinrichsWatches.com.
Fast Details – 38.5mm x 9.8mm – 3D printed grade 5 titanium case – varied textures & finishes – sapphire crystal entrance & again – deconstructed dial (25 elements) – skeletonised base plate – laser-cut elements with hand-finishing – Calibre HW-M01, in-house developed (50% Dutch made) – Peseux 7001 gear prepare structure – 21,600vph – 42h energy reserve – 3D printed grade 5 titanium bracelet with 3D printed folding clasp – 20-piece restricted version – EUR 35,000 excl. VAT
Ludovic Ballouard Upside Down
We spherical issues off with one among watchmaking’s most inconspicuous but fascinating creations; the Ludovic Ballouard Upside Down. Though it appears to be like easy at first look, don’t be fooled by its smooth exterior and dial. Upon nearer inspection, you’ll discover that every one however one of many hour markers is the wrong way up and there’s just one central hand, for the minutes. This distinctive show is courtesy of a reasonably advanced motion, counting on the bottom structure and geartrain of a Peseux 7001 no much less! A complete of 228 elements orchestrate a synchronized soar of two hours disc after each passing of 60 minutes. The case is available in gold or platinum, and there’s an array of dial colors, supplies and finishes out there. The bottom value is EUR 83,000, however bespoke choices will simply push this into the six figures.
For extra data, please go to Ballouard.com.
Fast Details – 41mm x 11mm – gold or platinum metallic case, polished – concave bezel – sapphire crystal entrance & again – 30m water resistant – varied dial colors and supplies (together with Osmium) – the wrong way up leaping hour show – central minutes hand – small seconds subdial (optionally available) – Calibre B01, in-house – Peseux 7001 geartrain structure – distinctive soar hour mechanism with snail cam and 12 Maltese crosses – 228 elements – 21,600vph – approx. 40h energy reserve – alligator leather-based strap with a hand-engraved buckle matching the case – base value of CHF 83,000 – customization & distinctive items attainable at a premium
