Elka Watch Co. Tour des Chavannes
Elka Watch Co. has launched the "Tour des Chavannes" series, a new collection inspired by the architecture and history of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. This series pays tribute to the ancient Tour des Chavannes monument and the brand's new boutique location, featuring vintage design elements and a two-hand display.
- Price: CHF 1,716 (excl. taxes)
- 40.8mm stainless steel case
- 68-hour power reserve
- 50m water resistance
- Special edition, not limited
The "Tour des Chavannes" series is a tribute to Neuchâtel's architecture and an ancient monument, incorporating antique details on the dial.
The watch case measures 40.8mm in diameter and 10.8mm in thickness, with short lugs (46.50mm L2L) and a bowl-shaped caseback.
A high-dome "chevé-style" sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment recalls vintage Hesalite crystals.
The dial features hand-drawn lettering by Henri Ladame and elongated Roman numerals inspired by the tower's 1736 clock dial.
Two editions are available: "Pierre d’Hauterive" with a domed beige dial and blackened hands/numerals, and the "1736 Edition" with a black dial and rose gold-coloured hands/numerals.
The La Joux-Perret G101 automatic movement offers a 68-hour power reserve and is decorated with Geneva stripes, visible through the sapphire caseback.
Watches are offered on a cognac-tone suede strap or a smooth calf leather strap.