Ernest Borel 155th Anniversary Limited Skeleton Collection

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Founded in Switzerland in 1856, Ernest Borel is celebrating this year its 155th anniversary. Always focusing on “romantic moments” and adhering to a philosophy of “pursuing constant perfection”, the brand has won numerous Swiss and International honors as far back as 1861; amongst others, a first prize in 1866 in the Neuchâtel Observatory chronometric competition, Switzerland’s most demanding test of timepiece products; the Certificate of Award in Philadelphia USA in 1876; the Gold medal in Paris France in 1878; the Grand Prix Award in Greece in 1937. Shortly before celebrating its centenary, two first prizes for wristwatch-chronometers were granted by the Neuchâtel Observatory.

In 2011, the brand is to launch the 155th Anniversary Limited Skeleton Collection to commemorate its achievements over the past 155 years and perpetuate them. This rare timepiece is assembled with a 2892 skeleton automatic movement, customized and delicately carved with Louis XIV decorations.

Ernest Borel 155th Anniversary Limited Collection Model: GGR9155-3299BR

This exceptional work of art gives this model a perfect appearance. Additionally, the see-through body shows every detail of this time-keeper in motion, beautifully emphasizing the wonderful and stunning sculpting skills that honor our watchmakers.

Ernest Borel 155th Anniversary Limited Collection Model: GS9155-2290

As its most important feature, a skeleton watch strikes a perfect balance between transparency and exposure. Enormously demanding technically, creating a skeleton watch involves countless hours and efforts. This manufacturing process requires patience, utmost precision with a great accumulation of experience.

Ernest Borel 155th Anniversary Collection Model: GS6155-2590

The 155th Anniversary Limited Skeleton Collection is carefully designed with a fine customized automatic skeleton movement, in two different executions, gilt and steel.

155th Anniversary Limited Collection Model: GGR9155-3299BR

Swiss made 2892A2 skeleton automatic movement
21 jewels, gilt movement, blue screws
Fine Louis XIV decoration, customized for Ernest Borel
Stainless steel case, rosy gold plated 10u
Water resistant to 30 meters
Case diameter 40.5 mm
Anti-reflection sapphire crystal
See through back
Dial set with 11 diamonds
Luminescent gilt hands
Brown alligator leather strap
Limited numbered edition 1000 pieces

155th Anniversary Limited Collection Model: GS9155-2290

Swiss made 2892A2 skeleton automatic movement
21 jewels, rhodium plated movement, blue screws
Fine Louis XIV decoration, customized for Ernest Borel
Stainless steel case, water resistant to 30 meters
Case diameter 40.5 mm
Anti-reflection sapphire crystal
See through back
Dial set with 11 diamonds
Luminescent blue steel hands
Satin finish stainless steel bracelet, with safety buckle
Limited numbered edition 550 pieces

155th Anniversary Collection Model: GS6155-2590

Swiss made 2892A2 automatic movement
21 jewels, rhodium plated movement,
Circular graining, blue screws
Stainless steel case, water resistant to 30 meters
Case diameter 40.5 mm
Anti-reflection sapphire crystal
See through back
Guilloche center dial, set with 10 diamonds and Roman numerals
Date at 3 o’clock
Luminescent hands
Satin finish stainless steel bracelet with safety buckle