Watches & Wonders 2026

"MESURE DU TEMPS 1787" COLLECTION: NEW MECHANICAL ARCHITECTURE ON FULL DISPLAY

Chapter 1 - The flying tourbillon
The "Mesure du Temps 1787" collection heralds the start of a new decade at Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud, a nod to the master-watchmaker's written work. It continues the architectural evolution that began in 2025 with the Naissance d'une Montre 3 project.

Divided into several chapters, this collection is distinguished by a unique approach: an all-new construction showcasing the choreography of its complex kinematics within an openwork structure that is openly visible on the dial side.

Chapter 1 of the "Mesure du Temps 1787" collection presents the first model featuring this innovative architecture: Chronomètre FB 2TV. Its movement is the successor to the original Calibre FB-T.FC unveiled in 2015. It is inspired by its emblematic constant-force regulating device combining a fusee-and-chain mechanism and a tourbillon in a mechanical configuration that has been entirely redeveloped and enhanced with two complications.
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Trilobe novelties - Watches & Wonders 2026

Trilobe novelties at Watches & Wonders 2026 Trente-Deux Secret - Steel model.

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O F D U R A B I L I T Y

The strap is produced in a single operation using a two-part steel mold into which the material is directly injected. The mold reproduces all the strap’s aesthetic details in negative, ensuring finesse,
precision, and durability. A metal insert, positioned directly within the mold, provides the connection between the case and the strap. 
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The rubber is injected around this component, creating a highly robust integrated structure. Finally, the double folding clasp is attached to the  strap via a link embedded within the rubber, ensuring secure fastening while maintaining optimal wearing comfort.

Gerald Charles unveils the Maestro GC Sport Tennis White:
A tribute to tennis tradition and technical excellence
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Maison Gerald Charles presents the Maestro GC Sport in White, a refined new interpretation of its high-performance sports watch. Inspired by the historic dress code of the world’s most prestigious grass-court tennis tournament - where white has always symbolised discipline, respect and understated sophistication - this new edition strengthens the Maison’s enduring connection with the sport of tennis while elevating it into a more formal and iconic context.


A sporting watch shaped by ergonomics

At the core of the Maestro GC Sport lies ErgonTeq®, Gerald Charles’ proprietary ergonomic engineering standard. Developed by the Maison’s R&D team, ErgonTeq® ensures that the lugs, case curvature and strap architecture maximise surface contact with the wrist, optimising stability and weight distribution.
The result is exceptional comfort in motion - whether during high-intensity rallies or everyday wear - adapting seamlessly to both smaller and larger wrists.
Further reinforcing its athletic DNA, the watch features a left-hand screw-down crown strategically positioned to prevent rubbing against the wrist during play, ensuring uninterrupted performance.
Crafted in lightweight Grade 5 titanium, the timepiece weighs just 64 grams, offering remarkable resilience without compromising comfort.

Darkblast®Titanium, now 10 times more scratch-resistant
 
The Maestro GC Sport White is housed in a Darkblast® Grade 5 titanium case, now enhanced with a proprietary hardening treatment that increases scratch resistance by up to 10 times.
This advanced surface process not only deepens the aesthetic intensity of the titanium but significantly improves durability, making the watch exceptionally resistant to wear while maintaining its refined matte texture and contemporary appeal.
The contrast between the hardened Darkblast® case and the crisp white textured dial reinforces the balance between sport and sophistication.

Designed for performance, engineered for versatility

The white dial features a refined textured finish that enhances legibility while echoing the purity and discipline of the British all-white tradition.
Complementing the case is a white Velcro strap, developed in-house in Geneva and equipped with an easy-release system, allowing the wearer to remove and replace the strap autonomously without tools. Designed for maximum breathability and everyday wearability, it reinforces the watch’s dynamic, versatile character.
Powered by the ultra-thin Swiss Manufacture 2.0 Caliber, the Maestro GC Sport delivers 50 hours of power reserve, 5G shock resistance and 100m water resistance - ensuring precision and reliability both on and off the court.

Tradition meets technical mastery
 
With the Maestro GC Sport Tennis White, Gerald Charles pays homage to tennis not only as a sport of strength and performance, but as a discipline defined by elegance and respect for tradition.
By merging ErgonTeq® ergonomics, hardened Darkblast® titanium and the iconic spirit of classic British tennis attire, the Maison once again demonstrates its ability to unite cutting-edge engineering with cultural refinement - creating a watch equally at home on Centre Court or in the most elegant settings.