The top five moon phase watches from Bovet

Exquisite craftsmanship, outstanding performance. Presenting Bovet’s top five astronomical timepieces A showcase of their finest Dimier Récital watches that present moon phase displays with technical finesse and aesthetic splendour Founded in 1822, Bovet have been crafting some of the most exquisite timepieces in the haute horlogerie business. These ornate timekeepers exhibit decorative arts like miniature painting, enamelling, engraving, and gem setting, taking them to an unprecedented level of excellence that is still unrivalled today. And over the decades, the brand have also been strengthening their repertoire by introducing various innovations—both technical and aesthetic. The brand was revived in 2001 by Pascal Raffy, who consolidated all processes in order to make the brand truly independent, even with the capability of producing hairsprings, which only a handful of manufacturers do. Bovet’s exquisite products fall under two main pillars—Fleurier and Dimier. While the Fleurier timepieces include brand icons such as their patented Amadéo convertible—which can go from wristwatch to table clock to pocket or pendant watch—the Dimier watches shine with other strengths. One of them is the moon phase indicator—the most poetic complication and an expression of time as an astronomical phenomenon. With interpretations of the complication that have challenged the plane of time displays, with ingenious mechanisms that guarantee outstanding performance, and with exquisite craftsmanship that exemplifies haute horlogerie, here are some of Bovet’s finest astronomical timepieces. The Bovet Dimier Récital 27—with three time zones, and a double-hemisphere moon phase In 2016, Bovet unveiled the Shooting Star tourbillon, the first timepiece in an exclusive collection dedicated to astronomy. The Astérium and Grand Récital tourbillons then followed in 2017 and 2018 respectively. Each of the three timepieces boasted groundbreaking technical specificities and explored new ways of measuring time, and each was also housed in a characteristic inclined case, inspired by and shaped like a sloped writing desk, featuring a bezel inclined at six o’clock. This ingenious idea makes it possible to diversify and organise the types of displays by using domes, rollers, discs, and three-dimensional hands on the dial. Available in a 46.3mm titanium or in a red gold case, the Récital 27 is offered in a limited edition of 60 timepieces only. It features multiple time zones, housed within this ‘writing slope’ case, which can be set to winter or summer hours for each chosen location. And this choice of three time zones is not a random selection. Historically, the company was established in three separate time zones simultaneously, so when it was founded on May 1, 1822, Bovet were already present in Switzerland, London and China. Beyond this historical anecdote, the three time zones also offer collectors the ease of keeping time in these three important zones that are imperative in today’s global scenario. The local time is displayed in hours and minutes at the centre of the timepiece while the secondary time zones appear at three and nine o’clock respectively. Each of the secondary time zones displays hours and minutes on a traditional 12-hour dial, and a day/night indicator prevents any confusion between early morning and afternoon. Finally, an aperture displays the name of a city corresponding to the time zone indicated by the hands. Through its intuitive system of correctors, the three time zones can be set individually while adjusting for summer or winter hours. A domed moon-phase indicator completes the celestial inspiration for this timepiece. Its surface is engraved to evoke the lunar surface and the lower sections are filled with Super-LumiNova. The precision mechanism used to drive the moon phase requires correction only once every 122 years. The sub-dials and the 12 o’clock cartouche are created using guilloche and lacquering work on a single large circular plate—a tough feat to achieve. Turning over the timepiece reveals the in-house, hand-wound movement with a seven-day power reserve, where each component—visible or not—is decorated according to the most exacting quality standards practised at Bovet’s workshops. MRP: ₹68,10,000 For more information, please call our Luxury Watch Helpline on [+91 8725028899](tel:08725028899), [+91 8725028892](tel:08725028892) [Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp]( The Bovet Dimier Récital 27 with a resplendent turquoise dial Last year, Bovet equipped the Récital 27 timepiece with an exquisite turquoise guilloche dial. The new edition uses the brand’s extensive experience in executing complications with unique designs and this is no exception. It features the brand’s emblematic ‘writing slope’ case, which allows them to showcase three different time zones as chosen for the original Récital 27 timepiece. The dial features the local time indicated through the central hour and minute hands, a second time zone at three o’clock and a third time zone at nine o’clock—both the latter two with day/night indicators. It also showcases a 24-cities chapter ring on the upper half of the dial. The domed moon-phase indicator completes the information appearing on the face of watch. Its surface is engraved to evoke the lunar surface and for heightened realism, the lower sections are filled with Super-LumiNova. One can see the guilloche work executed in a brilliant turquoise blue on these sub-dials and indicators. The precision mechanism used to drive the moon phase requires correction only once every 122 years. This watch is available in either a 46.3mm titanium or in an 18-karat red gold case—together comprising a limited edition of 60 pieces only. The Récital 27 is driven by a hand-wound movement, beating at a frequency of 21,600vph, offering a power reserve of seven days. It is indicated on the reverse, visible through the exhibition caseback. MRP: ₹68,10,000 For more information, please call our Luxury Watch Helpline on [+91 8725028899](tel:08725028899), [+91 8725028892](tel:08725028892) [Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp]( The Bovet Dimier Récital 23—a bejewelled beauty with a moon phase display that pops The Récital 23 is the first Bovet timepiece made especially for women to feature the ‘writing slope’ case, designed here for the first time in an oval shape, measuring 43mm in height and 28.7mm in width. Hours and minutes occupy an off-centred dial at six o’clock, while a poetic three-dimensional moon phase is displayed on the upper section of the timepiece. It is driven by a self-winding mechanical movement with an oscillating weight in 22-karat gold that is finely hand-engraved. This guarantees a power reserve of 62 hours. The module, developed and manufactured entirely in-house, makes it possible to offset the time display and add the moon phase indicator, while being presented in the form of a hemispherical dome. The precision mechanism used to drive the moon phase requires correction only once every 122 years—just like the other Récital models. There’s also a push button inside the cabochon of the crown so as to be able to adjust the moon phase mechanism. The latter is therefore easily modified without needing to use any external tool. The model featured here comes in a red gold case, paved entirely with diamonds, presented on a midnight blue leather strap to complement the aventurine off-centre display. MRP: ₹49,90,000 For more information, please call our Luxury Watch Helpline on [+91 8725028899](tel:08725028899), [+91 8725028892](tel:08725028892) [Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp]( The Bovet Dimier Récital 29—their first ‘writing slope’ case in steel The Récital 29 is the first timepiece from Bovet featuring their signature ‘writing slope’ case in stainless steel. Its inclination reveals a new fine watchmaking calibre manufactured entirely in-house. Its reverse construction makes it possible to admire the swinging of the balance hairspring on the dial face, whereas this element is usually only visible through the caseback. In this instance, the time-honoured energy control within the movement guarantees a five-day power reserve with the use of a single barrel. This feat is achieved through each component’s uncompromising finishing, wherein the precision of execution limits the friction of the components in movement. This increases the power reserve by saving energy rather than increasing it. Bovet are among the very few players in the watchmaking world to simultaneously master the science of both balances and traditional hairsprings. This technological independence makes it possible to obtain exemplary chronometry throughout the movement’s five-day power. This new calibre displays the hours and minutes on a dial offset at 12 o’clock, along with the moon phase placed at six o’clock, to create symmetry and balance. MRP: ₹22,30,000 For more information, please call our Luxury Watch Helpline on [+91 8725028899](tel:08725028899), [+91 8725028892](tel:08725028892) [Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp]( The Bovet Dimier Récital 29—aesthetics that also translate well to PVD-treated versions The artisans at Bovet have expressed a new facet of their virtuosity in this area. While they have already astounded collectors with hand-painted hemispherical dials crafted in quartz or aventurine glass, the dome that displays the hours and minutes on the Récital 29 is the first dial with this profile to feature a guilloche design. A second dome displays the moon phase at six o’clock and fills the volume of the case, offering intuitive reading. The engraving on the dome’s surface is covered with a luminescent material applied by hand that illustrates the lunar surface with a striking realism. The double aperture overlooking the dome indicates the age of the moon, whether you are in the earth’s northern or southern hemisphere. There is also no need for a corrective tool to adjust the moon phase, and one can simply press the sapphire decorating the crown to operate this function with equal ease and safety. The 42mm stainless steel case with its ergonomics and the functions make the Récital 29 a perfect watch for everyday use. MRP: ₹25,00,000 For more information, please call our Luxury Watch Helpline on [+91 8725028899](tel:08725028899), [+91 8725028892](tel:08725028892) [Click here to connect with us on WhatsApp]( [Discover all watches from Bovet]( [Twitter]( [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( Ethos Watch Boutiques One of India's largest luxury and premium watch retail players You are receiving this email because you signed up for communications on our website/at our store. 204-206, Second floor, Square One Mall, District Centre, Saket, New Delhi 110017 [Unsubscribe](