
The house of Jaquet Droz introduces two new versions of the Charming Bird timepiece, which was awarded the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève in the year of its launch - 2015. The model is regarded as the first and only watch ever to feature a singing bird. Today, Jaquet Droz presents two new editions in red and white gold with an ivory Grand Feu enamel dial. Each of the new variants is available in a limited edition of only 8 pieces - Jaquet Droz's lucky number.
This extraordinary model that relies on two patented mechanisms is a sort of a tribute to Pierre Jaquet Droz and his celebrated automatons. Combining its mechanical and watchmaking skills, the Maison has succeeded to place a miniaturized automaton beneath the sapphire crystal covering the dial. The scale of miniaturization was so extreme that it demanded the most research.
The Charming Bird is a watch powered by two independent movements. The first, for the hours and minutes, is placed blow the ivory Grand Feu dial, at 12 o’clock. The second, which can run up to 40 seconds before having to be wound, powers the automaton bird. A special Magnetic Speed Control system regulates the movement and melody, controlling the friction and preventing premature wear. It also cancels out noise from power distribution, so that the sound of birdsong can only be heard.
The melody is generated by air compression inside three sapphire crystal tubes – the first in watchmaking world. The sound is released through a whistle to produce a song to which the bird, engraved and painted in the Jaquet Droz Ateliers d’Art, moves in time.
Two new versions of the Charming Bird, available in white gold (ref. J031534203) or red gold (ref. J031533202), are powered by Jaquet Droz 615, self-winding mechanical movement. The movement is equipped with silicon balance spring and pallet horns, and platinum oscillating weight. It beats at a frequency of 21,600 vph and offers up to 38 hours of power reserve. The front side of the movement can be admired through the openworked dial, while the back is covered with a solid plate engraved with an image of a bird and individual serial number.
More information at jaquet-droz.com.
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