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Ferdinand Berthoud Celebrates Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th Anniversary with the Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
Ferdinand Berthoud Celebrates Sincere Fine Watches’ 70th Anniversary with the Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
As Sincere Fine Watches concludes its grand celebration of 70 years, we’ve come to the 12th and final edition of its Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition series to round up the retailer’s milestone legacy.
With each edition, Sincere has looked to the past for inspiration, honoring the spirit of craftsmanship, artistry, and innovation that has defined the brand since its inception. From collaborations with horological giants to exceptional limited editions, these creations are not merely commemorative, but add to the defining moments in Sincere’s journey. You can revisit the latest Sincere Platinum Jubilee Editions here:
- Moritz Grossmann HAMATIC Astral Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Chopard Happy Sport The First Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Perpetual Calendar Concept MD Purple Enamel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Laurent Ferrier Grand Sport Tourbillon Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Lang & Heyne Friedrich III Remontoir Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Czapek & Cie Antarctique S Mirrored Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Franck Muller Vanguard Damascus Steel Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Fabergé Compliquée Butterfly Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Zenith Defy Skyline Big Date Flyback Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- Chopard L.U.C Quattro Spirit 25 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
- CVDK Grand Planetarium Eccentric Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
Presenting the Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
Thus in continuing the celebration of 70 years of horological excellence, Sincere Fine Watches has partnered with the venerable watchmaking house of Ferdinand Berthoud to unveil the Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition.
The exclusive COSC-Certified chronometer is housed in a 44mm platinum octagonal case, bearing a shape that’s a hallmark of Ferdinand Berthoud’s design ethos. To soften the color palette, the satin-brushed salmon dial crafted from gilded 4N nickel-silver adds a refined yet subtle finish.
Yet the timepiece goes beyond surface beauty. It is powered by the Calibre FB-RES.FC, an intricate movement that combines a fusee-and-chain transmission with a one-second remontoire. This mechanical innovation ensures a steady release of energy from the barrel to the escapement, maintaining an unwavering level of accuracy over its 50-hour power reserve. The inclusion of a “remontoir d’égalité,” or constant-force mechanism, allows the watch’s central seconds hand to move with precision, advancing in one-second intervals, a feature known as a deadbeat or true-beat seconds mechanism.
Flipping the timepiece over reveals the intricate artistry of the Calibre FB-RES.FC. Each wheel, bridge, and screw is meticulously hand-decorated, along with every visible component of the movement that’s hand-bevelled and polished with expert precision, achieved through over 250 hours of finishing.
A standout design element is the three bridges that extend from the mainplate and converge at the center of the dial. Positioned between 3 o’clock and 6 o’clock, this design not only highlights the architectural balance of the dial but also emphasizes the openness of the watch, revealing glimpses of the movement beneath. A power reserve indicator at the 9 o’clock position completes the dial’s technical yet harmonious layout.
For Sincere, this collaboration is a celebration of its journey in curating fine watches and the values that have guided the company over the decades. The commemorative aspect is subtly engraved on the side of the case at the 9 o’clock position, where Sincere’s Platinum Jubilee emblem marks this momentous anniversary.
With only three pieces available worldwide, the Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition is an exclusive acquisition for collectors and connoisseurs alike, available at Sincere Fine Watches boutiques with a retail price of SG$452,800.
Tech Specs: Ferdinand Berthoud Chronomètre FB 1RES.3 Sincere Platinum Jubilee Edition
Movement: Manual-winding Caliber FB-RES.FC; 50-hour power reserve
Functions: Hours and minutes; central seconds; constant force with fusee-and-chain transmission and a one-second remontoire device; Chronometer-Certified by COSC
Case: 44mm; platinum; water-resistant to 30m
Dial: Gilded 4N (salmon color) nickel-silver satin-brushed dial
Strap: Beige alligator leather strap
Availability: Limited to 3 pieces
Price: S$452,800 (incl. GST)
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