2013/04/22 (Pre-BaselWorld 2013)
Maurice Lacroix the Masterpiece Tradition 5 Aiguilles
Masterpiece Tradition
The essence of the watchmaker's art – classic, elegant, contemporary
Swiss quality and fine watchmaking are terms that perfectly describe the five new contemporary models in the Masterpiece Tradition line, a development of the long-established Masterpiece collection. As watches for the 21st century, they present a classic modernity emphasized by a truly dynamic style. At the same time, they respect the elegant harmony that characterizes Swiss watchmaking. Their combination of expertise and aesthetic design reflects the values that Maurice Lacroix represents. The five models are offered in different versions, including some in a limited edition.
Masterpiece Tradition 5 Aiguilles
Following the style of the Masterpiece Tradition, the hours, minutes and seconds are indicated by classic hands complemented by a calendar display. However, this model has one different feature: the day and date are not shown digitally in a window set into the dial but by an analog display involving two central hands with a distinctive design. This unusual feature has given the watch its name: the Masterpiece Tradition 5 Hands. Great care has been taken with the decoration of the automatic movement. Traditional circular graining together with Côtes de Genève give it a sparkling brilliance that will delight all watch lovers. The classic Côtes de Genève on the gold-plated oscillating weight can be seen shimmering through the sapphire case back. The model is available with several different dials and external parts, sometimes in a limited edition.
- Masterpiece Tradition 5 Aiguilles
- Masterpiece Tradition 5 Aiguilles limited edition (88 pieces)
Case:
- Stainless steel (Limited Edition: 18K pink gold), Ø 40 mm
- Finishing combining satin and polished surfaces
- Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides
- Screwed case back with wide sapphire crystal
- Water-resistant to 50m/5 atm
Dial:
Guilloché executions:
- Central guilloché decoration
- Circular brushed peripheral finish
- "Roman" figures available in blue, rhodium or pink gold color
- Date and week day printed in black or off-white
Lacquered execution:
- White lacquer mirror finish
- "Roman" figures and date printed in black
- Week day printed in red
Black lacquered execution limited edition:
- Black lacquer mirror finish
- "Roman" figures, date and week day printed in cool grey
White lacquered execution limited edition:
- White lacquer mirror finish
- "Roman" figures, date and week day printed in black
Hands:
On guilloché dial executions:
- Facetted hours and minutes hands
- Flat seconds hand
- Domed week day and date hands
- Available in metallic blue, rhodium or pink gold plated versions
On lacquered dial execution:
- Facetted hours and minutes hands
- Flat seconds hand
- Domed week day and date hands
- Date and week day hands in metallic blue execution, contrasting with rhodium plated hours, minutes and seconds hands
On black lacquered dial execution limited edition:
- Facetted hours and minutes hands
- Flat seconds hand
- Domed week day and date hands
- Date and week day hands in rhodium execution, contrasting with pink gold plated hours, minutes and seconds hands
On white lacquered dial execution limited edition:
- Facetted hours and minutes hands
- Flat seconds hand
- Domed week day and date hands
- Date and week day hands in metallic blue execution, contrasting with pink gold plated hours, minutes and seconds hands
Strap / Bracelet:
- Genuine black crocodile-skin strap, lined with black calfskin and black over-stitching
Buckle:
- Folding steel clasp with push buttons
- Satin and polished finish
- 18K pink gold standard buckle (all polished), folding clasp also available
Total gold weight: With standard buckle: 62.1g
Movement:
Automatic Caliber ML 159
Functions:
- Hours, minutes and seconds indicated by central hand
- Week day and date indicated by central hand
VIBRATION: 28’800 alt/h, 4 Hz
POWER RESERVE: 38 hours
JEWELS: 26
ADJUSTMENTS: 3 positions after full winding and after 24 hours
DECORATIONS:
Rhodium, Perlage (circular graining),
Côte de Genève (straight stripe)
Gold plated (2N) rotor with Côte de Genève (straight stripes)
