The young Swiss watch brand Belchengruppe presents 1247, its first collection of mechanical watches.
Belchengruppe is named after the five mountains, known as the Belchen, which are located in the area where the borders of Switzerland, Germany, and France converge. The company creates exceptional timepieces for individuals who appreciate quality and are searching for something extra special.
Their inaugural collection 1247 offers stainless steel automatic watches with two dial versions, “120” and “Visuren”.
Rich in contrast, these Belchengruppe watches play with existing archetypes by shedding new light on the familiar. The case is based on classic watch design and is shaped using complex faceting with clear lines to create a unique character.
Both watch dials offer a new interpretation of classic display elements and call into question traditional perceptions.
The “120” dial separates the hour into three sections. It represents the relationship between the eponymous Belchen Mountains and the times of day: morning, afternoon, and evening. Despite the precision, it represents a playful interpretation of what time actually means.
The “Visuren” dial is reminiscent of the sunbeams and the lines of sight found among the Belchen Mountains. The break with conventional marking enables a new perception of time- a watch that combines precision and intuition.
The watches are available with on option of brushed, bead blasted or polished case finishing. So along with the two dial options, the collection offers 6 models in total. The brushed surface accentuates the clear lines of the case by contrasting them with a light reflecting radiance. The bead-blasted case has a matt satin finish, which is smooth to the touch. The brilliantly polished case surface shines in the sunlight like a metal diamond.
Belchengruppe uses its own unique font. Belchen Grotesk is a functional but straightforward font rooted in Swiss typography. It is used on the dial, date ring, and back engravings, and also provides typographic consistency to the watch design.
These Belchengruppe watches are equipped with Sellita SW290-1 automatic movement that drives hours, minutes, small seconds and date.
[Image credit: Michael Himpel]
Technical details
BELCHENGRUPPE 1247 Collection
Models
- 1247 – 120° Gebürstet : With Brushed steel case and 120° dial
- 1247 – 120° Hochglanzpoliert : With Mirror-polished steel case and 120° dial
- 1247 – 120° Perlgestrahlt : With Bead-blasted steel case and 120° dial
- 1247 – VISUREN Gebürstet : With Brushed steel case and VISUREN dial
- 1247 – VISUREN Hochglanzpoliert : With Mirror-polished steel case and VISUREN dial
- 1247 – VISUREN Perlgestrahlt: With Bead-blasted steel case and VISUREN dial
Functions
Hours, minutes, small seconds
Date with quick correction
Second stop device
Case
Stainless steel 1.4404
Finishing: brushed, mirror-polished or bead-blasted
Dimensions: 40 X 47 X 11.2 mm
Glass: mineral glass, sapphire coated and anti-reflective
Water resistance: 3 ATM
Movement
Caliber: Sellita SW290-1, automatic, 31 jewels, Incabloc
Frequency: 28,800 A / H (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 38 hours
Dial
Two variants: 120 (Designed by Jens Neuber) and Visuren (Designed by Christoph Ruppli)
Font date ring: Belchen Grotesk
Luminous material: Superluminova BL 1375C LE GRADE-A
Strap
Saddle leather black, one-sided tack seam orange
Buckle: stainless steel 1.4404, polished
Retail prices
- Model 1247 – 120° Gebürstet: 1745 CHF
- Model 1247 – 120° Hochglanzpoliert: 1995 CHF
- Model 1247 – 120° Perlgestrahlt: 1895 CHF
- Model 1247 – VISUREN Gebürstet: 1745 CHF
- Model 1247 – VISUREN Hochglanzpoliert: 1995 CHF
- Model 1247 – VISUREN Perlgestrahlt: 1895 CHF
