What makes this model unique is that for the first time ever, the characteristic peripheral rotor, which Carl F. Bucherer was the first manufacturer to put into series production, comes in a roval blue colour that matches the leather strap and hour markers on the dial. A more subtle personalisation is the blue 11 digit that appears in the date window in recollection of the date of this year's Only Watch auction - November 11th. A metallised inscription on the transparent case back reads “ONLY WATCH 2017 – Pièce unique – Fabriquée en Suisse”, confirming the unique status of this watch.
Experience
As part of the Only Watch 2017 experience, the successful bidder and a person of their choice will be invited for two-night stay in the home town of Carl F. Bucherer, Lucerne. From the prestigious Chateau Gütsch hotel they will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Lake Lucerne and the surrounding mountains and head out to explore the historic city accompanied by a guide. But the highlight of their trip will, of course, be a visit to the Carl F. Bucherer manufacture where this watch was born.
Estimation: CHF 18,000-23,000, EUR 17,000-21,000, USD 19,000-24,000