Lavoir has unveiled the "Heritage Chronograph Atelier 'Coquille Deuf'" to commemorate its 90th anniversary. The dial features grand feu enamel by Donzé Cadrans, a specialist enamel dial workshop in Le Locle, Switzerland. The main dial and two sub-dials are each crafted using traditional techniques, and the watch is constructed from three separate parts. This timepiece will be limited to 25 pieces per year.
It features a grand feu enamel dial composed of three parts.
Lavoir has unveiled the "Heritage Chronograph Atelier 'Coquille Deuf'." This model commemorates the 90th anniversary of the company, which was founded in 1934, and is positioned as a limited edition model that represents a new development in the "Heritage Chronograph" collection. Only 25 pieces will be produced annually.
A hand-wound chronograph commemorating the brand's 90th anniversary. It features a grand feu enamel dial composed of three parts. Only 25 pieces are produced annually. Hand-wound (Cal. LC-450). Power reserve approximately 60 hours. Stainless steel case (39mm diameter, 10.9mm thickness). 5 ATM water resistance. 1,980,000 yen (including tax).
The most distinctive feature of this watch is its entirely handcrafted Swiss-made grand feu enamel dial. The dial is manufactured by Donzé Cadrans, a prestigious enamel workshop in Le Locle, Switzerland. The dial, consisting of a main dial and two sub-dials, is created separately before being integrated into a single dial.
The manufacturing process requires exceptional craftsmanship. First, a thin copper plate is shaped, and enamel is mixed using raw material powder made from crushed mineral glass. Enamel layers are applied to both sides of the dial and fired at over 800°C. After that, graphics are printed on the curved surface with enamel-based ink and fired again to fix them in place. The two sub-dials are also made individually and set in their designated positions before the final finishing touches are applied. After the final firing, a rigorous quality inspection is conducted using a magnifying glass and projector.
This dial is housed in a classic stainless steel case with a diameter of 39mm and a thickness of 10.9mm. It features a domed sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating on the inside and is water-resistant to 50m.
The movement is the Cal.LC-450, manufactured by La Joux-Perret. It is a hand-wound chronograph with a column wheel, and it has a practical power reserve of approximately 60 hours. The crystal is a domed sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating on the inside.
