Masterpiece collection

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Masterpiece collection - Maurice Lacroix
The timepieces in the Masterpiece Collection are the perfect synthesis of Maurice Lacroix know-how and are anchored in an urban, dynamic and elegant 21st century.

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This collection spearheads the brand, and, its interpretation is a wonderful illustration of complications, especially retrograde displays, that Maurice Lacroix has been specializing in for many years.

Until now Masterpiece watches have evolved in step with hand-wound mechanisms, but this year, for the first time, their technological sophistication is embodied in automatic calibers. Meeting the highest manufacturing standards of traditional mechanical watchmaking, the new Masterpiece models, Calendrier Rétrograde and Masterpiece Double Rétrograde, based on historical pieces, place polished elegance at the heart of a technological sophistication served by modernist design.
 
In keeping with the new advertising concept, “Never Stop Moving”, the automatic Masterpiece watches have the idea of movement as their guiding principle. The caliber, wound up by the simple movement of the wrist is the exemplification of such a philosophy. From a broader perspective, the Never Stop Moving concept is evident in the quest for innovation and in the continuous research in technical and aesthetic fields that dictate the design of each Maurice Lacroix watch. A brand that accepts no compromise.


Masterpiece Calendrier Rétrograde & Masterpiece Double Rétrograde

Excellence in Automation


Available in a limited edition series of 50, the Masterpiece Calendrier Rétrograde and Masterpiece Double Rétrograde are produced in pink gold. The large 46 mm diameter cases, statuesque in appearance, afford time a space in keeping with its dimensions. The case, which is water-resistant to a depth of 50 m, has a very contemporary style polished and satin finish, with nothing superfluous and no decorative flourishes. Its plain simplicity is echoed in the blue dials that display the time data in a methodical and practical fashion, whatever the model.

 

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One model features a retrograde date at 10 o'clock, the other a GMT double retrograde and date at 12 and 6 o'clock. The delicately cut out displays, stylish despite their technical sophistication, are enhanced by the sun-brushed satin finish of the dial, the deep blue colour of which confirms their credentials. The power reserve display, located at 2 or 3 o'clock depending on the model, is characterized by its bold, dynamic appearance. The pink-gold applied markers sit in a curve that stretches out gradually, giving a real impression of movement. As for the small seconds hand, it circles regularly without stopping.

In a clear, striking contrast, the fine pink-gold hands skim round the blue dial, their diamond-cut finish further enhanced by their gently curved shape. The absence of an arbor hole confirms traditional design where attention to the minutest detail is taken to its extreme. The purity, the quiet poise of the design that emanates from these timepieces cannot fail to evoke the most beautiful architectural creations where design, distilled to its purest essence, transfigures form and function. Perfect visual harmony and crystal-clear legibility testify explicitly to this.

The self-winding movements, ML 190 for the Calendrier Rétrograde and ML 191 for the Double Rétrograde, are created in the pure tradition of Swiss watchmaking. The finish, even of the tiniest component, invisible after the watch is assembled, can be seen through the sapphire crystal case backs. Their 16½ line diameter makes them among the largest automatic calibers in the market. 

 

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In response to the expectations of a demanding public for whom performance is a way of life, the new automatic Masterpiece watches are also available in steel in a more popular case size of 43 mm, with two dial finishes, black and silver-plated. Their especially competitive positioning on the Manufacture watch market brings powerful added value to the Maurice Lacroix range.



Technical datas – Limited edition (50 pieces)

Reference No. MP6509-PG101-430 (Calendrier Rétrograde), MP6519-PG101-430 (Double Rétrograde)

Case:
■ 18K pink gold, Ø 46 mm, satin and polished finishes
■ Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
■ Screwed case back with wide sapphire crystal
■ Water-resistant to 50 m/5 atm

Dial:
■ Based on a solid 925 silver plate
■ Deep blue color, with sun brushed finishing
■ 18K pink-gold diamond-cut applied hour markers, small seconds and power reserve indications

Hands:
■ 18K pink-gold stamped hours and minutes hands with diamond-cut head in the pure tradition of hands-making
■ 18K pink-gold hands for small seconds and power reserve indications
■ Rhodium-colored hand for the retrograde indications

Strap/bracelet:
■ Black large-scale crocodile-skin strap, lined with black calfskin and black over-stitching

Buckle:
■ 18K pink-gold standard buckle

Total gold weight:
■ With standard buckle: 81.4 g (18K)

Movement:
Automatic movement, self–winding ML 190 (Calendrier Rétrograde) and ML 191 (Double Rétrograde)

Functions:
Calendrier Rétrograde (ML 190):
■ Hours and minutes indicated by central hands
■ Date indicated by retrograde hand at 10 o'clock
■ Small seconds hand at 6 o'clock
■ Power reserve hand at 2 o'clock

Vibration: 18,000 vibrations/h, 2.5 Hz

Power reserve: 52 hours

Jewels: 57

Adjustments: 5 positions after full winding and after 24 hours

Decoration: Vertical brushed and Grand Colimaçon, rhodium-plated

Functions:
Double Rétrograde (ML 191):
■ Hours and minutes indicated by central hands
■ Date indicated by retrograde hand at 6 o'clock
■ 2nd time zone indicated by retrograde hand at 12 o'clock
■ Small seconds hand at 9 o'clock
■ Power reserve hand at 3 o'clock

Vibration: 18,000 vibrations/h, 2.5 Hz

Power reserve: 52 hours

Jewels: 74

Adjustments: 5 positions after full winding and after 24 hours

Decoration: Vertical brushed finish and Grand Colimaçon, rhodium-plated


Technical datas - Steel version non limited


Reference No:
Calendrier Rétrograde: MP6508-SS001-130 (silver dial), MP6508-SS001-330 (black dial)
Double Rétrograde : MP6518-SS001-130 (silver dial), MP6518-SS001-330 (black dial)

Case:
■ Stainless steel, Ø 43 mm, satin and polished finishing
■ Domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides
■ Screwed case back with wide sapphire crystal
■ Water-resistant to 50 m/5 atm

Dial:
■ Based on a solid 925 silver plate
■ Available in black or silver color, with sun brushed finishing
■ Diamond-cut applied hour markers, small second and power reserve indications

Hands and discs:
■ Stamped hours and minutes hands with diamond-cut head in the pure tradition of hands making
■ Retrograde indications in contrast to the dial color for optimum legibility: rhodium colored on black dial, black gold color on silver dial
■ Rhodium-colored stick hand for power reserve and small second

Strap/bracelet:
■ Black large-scale crocodile-skin strap, lined with black calfskin and black over-stitching

Buckle:
■ Folding steel clasp with push-pieces
■ Satin and polished finish

Movement:
Automatic movement, self-winding ML 190 (Calendrier Rétrograde) and ML 191 (Double Rétrograde)

Functions:
Calendrier Rétrograde (ML 190):
■ Hours and minutes indicated by central hand
■ Date indicated by retrograde hand at 10 o'clock
■ Small seconds hand at 6 o'clock
■ Power reserve hand at 2 o'clock

Vibration: 18,000 vibrations/h, 2.5 Hz

Power reserve: 52 hours

Jewels: 57

Adjustments: 5 positions after full winding and after 24 hours

Decoration: Vertical brushed and Grand Colimaçon, rhodium-plated

Functions:
Double Rétrograde (ML 191):
■ Hours and minutes indicated by central hand
■ Date indicated by retrograde hand at 6 o'clock
■ 2nd time zone indicated by retrograde hand at 12 o'clock
■ Small second hand at 9 o'clock
■ Power reserve hand at 3 o'clock

Vibration: 18,000 vibrations/h, 2.5 Hz

Power reserve: 52 hours

Jewels: 74

Adjustments: 5 positions after full winding and after 24 hours

Decoration: Vertical brushed finish and Grand Colimaçon, rhodium-plated

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