Classics Moneta Handwinding
Frederique Constant has introduced the Classics Moneta Handwinding, a mechanical iteration of its retro-inspired dress watch. This new model replaces the quartz movement of its predecessors with a manual-winding La Joux-Perret caliber, offering a classic time-only display with a small seconds subdial. The watch retains the distinctive coin-edge bezel and features a gradient dial, presented in a slightly larger case than the quartz versions.
- Limited Edition of 999 pieces
- Price: CHF 1,995
- Price: £1,795
- Price: USD 2,595
The watch features a "smoked salmon" dégradé dial that transitions from a dark perimeter to a brownish hue, with the same pattern applied to the subsidiary seconds.
The coin-edge bezel is uniquely positioned beneath the sapphire crystal, protecting it from wear and interacting dynamically with light.
The FC-435 movement is a customized manual-winding version of the La Joux-Perret G100, shared within the Citizen Group.
The design draws inspiration from the 1950s, with dauphine hands and applied indices, complemented by a black alligator strap.
The case construction is described as a two-part polished stainless steel with a convex sapphire crystal and AR coating.
The hand-wound movement is visible through a sapphire display caseback, showcasing Côtes de Genève decoration.
The 38.5mm case size is noted as a comfortable and wearable dimension, aligning with a trend towards smaller watches.
