Massena LAB x Phillips In Association With Bacs & Russo Presents The 1952 Observatory Dial LE
Massena in partnership with Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo brings a limited edition inspired by a masterpiece from the 50s.
The exclusive watch is a dial recreation of the “Observatory” Patek Philippe ref. 2458 commissioned in 1952 by one of the most avid Patek Philippe watch collectors, lawyer Joe Ben, which later in 2012 would be auctioned by Christie’s for CHF 3,779,000.
The new 1952 Observatory Dial LE comes in a 316L stainless steel case with dimensions of 38.50mm in diameter and 10mm in thickness with a polished finish on the surfaces and brushed on the sides, smooth bezel, sapphire crystal, fluted crown at 3 o’clock, open case back and 50m water resistance.
The dial sector comes in two shades of grey, a central disc in a lighter tone with a vertical brushed finish where we find two faceted gold leaf hands that match with the applied hour markers, Arabic numerals at 12 and 6 o’clock and the minute dots track applied to the ring next on the edges in a darker tone that comes with a circular brushed finish. The dial also displays a small second at 9 o’clock and a symmetrical ring at 3 o’clock inscribed with the participating brands, which are: Massena, Phillips and Bacs & Russo, remember that in the original version in the same spot, we found the inscriptions “Geneva Observatory” in around and in the centre “Bulletin nº 861121.
At its heart, we find the Caliber M690 manual movement developed in collaboration with Raúl Pàges, which reaches 28,800 Vh and offers up to 60 hours of power reserve. Decorated with Côtes de Genève, and hand-chamfered bridges.
It is a limited edition of 99 pieces that come attached to a Saffiano leather strap with a price tag of CHF 8,800.
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General Specifications:
Brand: Massena LAB
Model: 1952 Observatory Dial Limited Edition for Phillips in association with Bacs & Russo
Dial: Grey
Lume: No
Case Material: 316L Stainless steel
Case Dimensions: 38.50 mm Diameter, 10 mm thick
Crystal: Sapphire glass
Case Back: Sapphire glass
Water Resistance: 50 Meters
Strap: Saffiano leather strap
Calibre: M690
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds
Winding: Manual
Frequency: 28,800 Vph
Jewels: 17
Power Reserve: 60 Hours
Price: CHF 8,800
Limited Edition: Yes, 99 pieces