Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 2RE: Change Is Round

While we're fantasizing, I am also curious what Ferdinand Berthoud would think of the wristwatches bearing his name today The new Berthoud watches received such a warm welcome that in 2016 Scheufele picked up what is widely considered as the most coveted prize in watchmaking, the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève's Aiguille d'Or, for Berthoud's debuting FB 1 Quite to the contrary: Ferdinand Berthoud gave the case a sort of industrial 1800s look.

The shape of the lugs bolted to the case band helps it stand out among other round watches while establishing distinct family ties to the previous Ferdinand Berthoud models While the dial is quite classic in appearance, Ferdinand Berthoud got creative with the hands Any Ferdinand Berthoud already has a very high standard when it comes to its movement, yet the Chronomètre FB 2RE surpasses all that have come before it.

Quick Facts Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 2RECase: 44 x 14.3 mm, white or pink gold. . Source