The iconic Louis Erard Regulator collection has been expanded with a collaboration model with Cedric Jonnard and a model with a Grand Feu enamel dial, both of which highlight the skill of Louis Erard.
Text by Shinichi Sato
Edited by Yuto Hosoda (Chronos-Japan)
[Article published in the July 2024 issue of Kronos Japan]
Louis Erard's iconic Regulator collection
This limited edition model features a Grand Feu enamel dial crafted by Donze Cadrans. It combines traditional techniques with a modern design featuring simple geometric shapes and Louis Erard's iconic fir-wood hands. Automatic movement (Cal. SW266-1). 31 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve of approximately 38 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 39.0 mm, thickness 12.82 mm). Water resistant to 5 bar. Limited to 99 pieces worldwide. Price: 995,500 yen (tax included).
The Regulator is a symbol of Louis Erard. As it is an iconic collection, the company has put a lot of effort into its limited edition models, which are particularly impressive. The two models we will introduce today are a perfect example of this.
The Regulator Louis Erard x Cédric Jonert is a collaboration with watchmaker and jeweler Cédric Jonert. The concept behind this piece is to showcase Jonert's artistic talent, which has led him to create bespoke pieces, while making them available to a wider audience. The round case combines a hexagonal dial with concave subdials.
The hexagonal dial not only creates an impactful design, but also emphasizes the minute display every 10 minutes, ensuring legibility. The design reflects the regulator concept, which tells the time accurately. Automatic winding (Cal. SW266-1). 31 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve of approximately 38 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 39.0 mm, thickness 12.82 mm). Water resistant to 5 bar. Limited to 178 pieces worldwide. Price: 891,000 yen (tax included).
The dial base, with its intricately textured radial pattern, is available in two colors: blue and grayish-purple mauve. The Roman numerals that indicate the hours are a reference to Jonar's signature piece, the "Abyss." Furthermore, the automatic winding rotor is adorned with intricate beading, a specialty of Jonar, adding a special touch to this special piece.
This model is a collaboration with watchmaker and jeweler Cédric Joner. Its vibrant blue dial features a striking contrast between the radially embossed and polished surfaces, as well as the beaded oscillating weight. Automatic movement (Cal. SW266-1). 31 jewels. 28,800 vph. Power reserve: approximately 38 hours. Stainless steel case (diameter 39.0 mm, thickness 12.82 mm). Water resistant to 5 bar. Limited to 178 pieces worldwide. Price: 891,000 yen (tax included).
The Regulator Grand Feu Enamel is a model featuring an ivory-colored dial crafted from Grand Feu enamel by Donze Cadrans. Crafted using the traditional technique of repeatedly sintering the glaze at high temperatures, the smooth, uniform texture of the dial surface is a notable feature. The combination of a light gray inner dial border and rounded Arabic numerals creates a modern design while still utilizing traditional techniques.
The regulator format is one, but each model has a completely different impression. The skill of this craftsman is evident when you look at the character of the two models, which share the same case and movement, and the level of perfection of each.
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