Down to Earth: Louis Erard Introduces Excellence Petite Seconde Terracotta
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Swiss boutique brand Louis Erard unveils the Excellence Petite Seconde Terracotta, a stainless steel dress watch with a subtle vintage aura inspired by the 1960s. Available in two sizes, 39 mm and 42 mm, the limited edition boasts a matte terracotta dial with a circular satin finish, which references the Jura Mountains where the company has been based since 1929.
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As the Excellence Petite Seconde Terracotta’s name suggests, the small seconds take center stage at 6 o’clock. The slightly recessed indication is highlighted by a circular guilloché pattern which creates a nice contrast with the other parts of the dial. The intense earth toned hue of the dial makes for a great backdrop for the watch’s signature “fir tree” hands in anthracite gray, and as well for the color-coordinated hour markers and numerals.
The self-winding Louis Erard is driven by a Sellita SW261-1 caliber, with it completed via a dark brown Baranil calf leather strap. Approximately 100 timepieces in both the 39mm and 42mm size will be produced annually, with both versions retailing for 1,950 CHF (about $2,110 USD).
For more information, visit the Louis Erard, here.