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Tourbillon Regulator: A New Interpretation of a Classic

April 1st, 2006

A masterpiece of haute horlogerie was created in the Glashütte Original manufactory, emerging from the strive for perfection and the traditional values of the demanding art of watchmaking: the modern Tourbillon Regulator in platinum, limited to 100 pieces worldwide.
The spatial separation of the hours, minutes, and seconds on the dial has a long tradition in Glashütte’s watchmaking. This type of time display was previously used as an exact instrument for timekeeping. It was less the display of hours that was so important, and more the display of precise minutes and seconds.

The Tourbillon Regulator interprets the extraordinary design of a classic regulator display in a modern manner. The displays for hours, minutes, and seconds are separated from each other and arranged vertically in a highly legible manner. The tourbillon builds the visual center of the dial, and it is from here that the ray-shaped guilloché pattern emanates, visually symbolizing the flow of energy. The tripartite, three-dimensional dial made of white gold is hand-guilloché and galvanized black. The middle part forms the base segment of this lavishly created dial.
The expressiveness and precision of the dial is continued in the solid platinum case and movement design. Its structure is evident in the satin-finished case with polished bezels on the front and back. The gear train bridge represents a premiere for Glashütte Original as it has been hand-engraved with a floral pattern. The crown is topped off by an onyx cabochon.
The Tourbillon Regulator in platinum is limited to 100 pieces worldwide.

Entry Filed under: Limited Edition, 2006 Collection