Christophe Claret X-TREM-1

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For sale watch Christophe Claret X-TREM-1

A flying tourbillon inclined at a 30° angle, mounted on a three-dimensional curvex titanium mainplate, equipped with a retrograde hours and minutes display system that is radically different from existing watchmaking conventions. Two tiny hollowed steel spheres, isolated within tubes on the left and right sides of the caseband, magically move with no mechanical connection thanks to magnetic fields.

The Christophe Claret team has done just that by creating a system where two small steel spheres – hollowed to make them lighter and encased within two tubes placed to the right and left of the caseband – are controlled by precision magnetic fields generated by two miniature magnets moved by cables. The cables are incredibly flexible, made from hundreds of Dyneema nanofibers all contained within an ultra-high-strength polyethylene gel, capable of withstanding tensile forces of up to a kilo. The entire thread is thinner than a human hair (4 hundredths of a mm in diameter). The resistance of the thread has been tested in the Manufacture Claret on an accelerated-wear simulator corresponding to 60 years of operation.

Ultra-light titanium was used for the three-dimensional curvex mainplate and the bridges. The flying tourbillon is fitted with double ceramic bearings to enhance its shock-resistance. It is inclined at a 30-degree angle in order to make it even more clearly visible to the wearer. The hand-wound watch draws its energy from two barrels enabling the use of a sophisticated display without disturbing the rate of the tourbillon, and thus the accuracy of the watch. The first barrel is reserved for the tourbillon, the second for the hours and minutes.

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Christophe Claret

Address: Route du soleil d'or 2, Le Locle, 2400, Switzerland

Contact Name: Charline Bert

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Christophe Claret X-TREM-1: A Groundbreaking Fusion of Magnetism and Horology

The Christophe Claret X-TREM-1 is a revolutionary timepiece that breaks the boundaries of traditional watchmaking, blending high-tech innovation with extraordinary craftsmanship. This model is a perfect example of Christophe Claret’s avant-garde approach to horology, featuring a highly complicated and visually captivating design that redefines how time is displayed.

The standout feature of the X-TREM-1 is its magnetically controlled time display. Instead of traditional hands, the watch uses floating metal spheres to indicate the hours and minutes. These spheres are suspended inside sapphire tubes on either side of the case and are moved by magnetic fields generated within the movement. This groundbreaking use of magnetism in a mechanical watch ensures a mesmerizing and futuristic way to read time, completely detached from traditional horological norms.

The watch is powered by a hand-wound mechanical movement with a flying tourbillon tilted at 30 degrees, located at the 6 o’clock position, adding both complexity and aesthetic beauty to the watch. The movement is housed in an angular, tonneau-shaped case made from lightweight, high-tech materials such as titanium or gold, often with black PVD coating, which enhances its modern, industrial look. The architecture of the case, combined with the domed sapphire crystal, gives the watch a bold and commanding presence on the wrist.

The X-TREM-1 features a remarkable 50-hour power reserve, ensuring the magnetic spheres glide seamlessly through their sapphire tubes without interruption. Despite its ultra-modern aesthetic, the watch maintains an incredible level of mechanical precision and hand-finishing, showcasing Christophe Claret’s mastery of traditional watchmaking techniques.

With its unprecedented combination of magnetic levitation technology, high horology complications like the tourbillon, and futuristic design, the Christophe Claret X-TREM-1 is a true statement piece. It is a timepiece for those who appreciate the fusion of cutting-edge innovation and artisanal craftsmanship, standing as one of the most unique and daring watches in the world of haute horlogerie.

 

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