The Atelier de Chronométrie AdC #8 represents a return to classical, pre-industrial watchmaking. Every single component—from the 18k gold case with teardrop lugs to the movement plates and wheels—is hand-shaped, decorated, and finished in Barcelona.
Overview
Brand: Atelier de Chronométrie
Model: AdC #8
Collection: Bespoke
Price: £35,000 GBP
Website: atelierdechronométrie.com
Specifications
Case Diameter: 37.0mm
Thickness: 9.5mm
Lug to Lug: 44.0mm
Lug Width: 20.0mm
Water Resistance: 30m
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
Crystal: Sapphire
Strap/Bracelet: Leather Strap
Design & Wearability
The 37mm rose gold case is distinguished by teardrop lugs. Dials are custom-painted sector dial layouts with hand-applied indices and leaf-shaped hands, conveying pure mid-century observatory elegance.
Movement & Performance
Powered by the manual-wind Caliber M284. It is built using a historical caliber base, completely redesigned with hand-filed bridges, black-polished steel components, gold chatons, and regulated to chronometer standards.
Official Website
Atelier de Chronométrie AdC #8 product page
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