A modern take on the timeless elegance of the classic Favre Leuba from the 1970s
A modern reincarnation of the classic Favre Leuba from the 1970s, Chief is an elegant luxury sports watch collection that meticulously preserves and reinterprets vintage elements for a new, contemporary aesthetic. Designed for the urban man with a focus on style and wearability, the Favre Leuba Chief watches are defined by a unique case design and a powerful mechanism. It’s a versatile selection of timepieces that seamlessly adapt to today’s fast-paced lifestyle, looking equally at home in a corporate setting, a sports outing and everything in between.
Streamlined Proportions
The Chief Date features a versatile 40mm steel case with a unique design. Slender with just 10.81mm thickness, the timepiece strikes a perfect balance between robustness and wearability, ensuring it becomes an integral part of one's everyday look. Inspired by the glorious history, this cushion-shaped case boasts a modern appeal because of its contemporary proportions and multifaceted design.
It features brilliantly executed circular and vertical brushing on the sides that add a beautiful contrast and highlight the contours of the case. It exudes an understated allure creating a subtle play of light, giving the watch a refined character. It is topped by a curved sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating. The sapphire crystal caseback offers a view of the beautifully decorated calibre and a water resistance of 100M.
Pleasing Dial Aesthetics
This stunning dial of the Chief Date goes through over 100 steps in production. Its entire expanse is enlivened by a meticulously carved monogram pattern drenched in a classic black shade, exuding a subtle contemporary appeal. It comes equipped with a contrasting date aperture at the three o’clock marker. A 3D monogram set inside the dial and multi-faceted hands & applied indices with brushing and sandblasting add depth to the watch face.
Seamlessly Integrated
The three-link integrated steel bracelet features a combination of finishes, alternating between vertical brushing and polished centre links. It unites seamlessly with the case and tapers towards the end which gives it a graceful presence on the wrist. The bracelet is equipped with an easy change mechanism and secures with a butterfly clasp.
Superior Driving Force
Designed and manufactured with high Swiss craftsmanship, FLD03 is a self-winding calibre. A testament to unrivalled accuracy and reliability, the movement is equipped with a date complication. It features a power reserve of 68 hours and delivers exceptional precision, beating at a 4Hz frequency.
Immaculately Decorated Calibre
The watch offers a clear view of the immaculately decorated calibre through the sapphire crystal caseback. It carries superlative finishing on all the elements, meticulously executed with refined details, such as Perlage on the lower bridges, Côtes de Genève on the main plate, Soleillage finishing on the rotor, heat-treated blued crews, and more.
Custom Skeletonised Design
The 4N gold-plated rotor is skeletonised and custom-designed with the Soleillage finish. It bears the Favre Leuba monogram engraved as a medallion. Skeletonisation of the rotor is an extremely precise task with more implications than just aesthetics. The weight and other characteristics of the rotor boast surgical precision to ensure winding efficiency.
Visibility Under All Conditions
The multi-faceted hands and rhodium-plated applied indexes are equipped with a generous application of high-performance SuperLuminova X1 in blue. It offers a highly effective glow in the dark and lasts for longer durations.
Specifications
- Case
- Dial
- Movement
- Strap
- Case Size 40 mm
- Material Steel
- Case Shape Cushion
- Case Thickness 10.81 mm
- Lug Width 22 mm
- Glass Material Sapphire Crystal
- Case Back See-through Case Back
- Water Resistance 100M
- Dial Colour Black
- Luminosity On Hands & Hour Markers
- Calibre FLD03
- Movement Automatic
- Features Date
- Jewels 24
- Power Reserve Approx. 68 hours
- Frequency 28800 vph
- Strap Material Steel
- Clasp Type Butterfly Clasp
- Interchangeable Strap Yes