Name: Chronomètre FB 3SPC.3-3
Brand: Ferdinand Berthoud
SKU: chronometre-fb-3spc-3-3

A new platinum model joins the emblematic FB 3 collection

Thanks to its unique three-dimensional architecture with the mainplate positioned at the heart of the movement and the bridges framing it, Calibre FB-SPC is fully visible through the case-back as well as on the dial side. The way it is decorated thus determines the character of the timepiece, as do the two new pink and black PVD-treated versions – produced in 5-piece limited for those set with precious stones – that are joining the FB 3 collection.

The FB 3SPC.3-3 model features a finely sandblasted salmon pink movement, a velvet-finished silver-toned brass inner bezel ring and dial, along with facetted and diamond-polished blue CVD-treated 18-carat gold hands. The platinum case and pin buckle are set with baguette-cut diamonds.

features

01

Making a platinum case as complex as that of the FB 3 collection demonstrates the Maison’s exceptional expertise. More than 30 hours of work are required to machine and finish this 57-part case. Polishing platinum is a particularly delicate operation, requiring more effort and patience than for other precious metals. Benefiting from Chopard’s expertise, the case, crown and buckle have been subtly reworked to accommodate diamonds of exceptional quality and cut.

02

The FB 3 collection draws its stylistic, technical and aesthetic inspiration from a rare and exceptional creation: the No. 26 decimal watch. Originating from the workshop founded by Ferdinand Berthoud in Paris after being awarded his “maîtrise” (master of horology title) in 1753, this creation is signed by his nephew, Louis Berthoud™.

03

Positioned at 9 o'clock, the three main escapement components – namely the balance, pallet-lever and escape-wheel – are individualised, distinct and proeminent. This space dedicated to the regulating organ enables one to appreciate how it functions and to see the cylindrical balance-spring beating throughout the three days of the power reserve.

Specifications

Case

Material : Platinum PT-950 set with baguette-cut diamonds
Case Type : Round with a transparent sapphire ‘porthole’ at 9 o’clock
Diameter : 42.30 mm
Thickness : 9.43 mm
Water resistance : 30 m
Glass : Domed sapphire crystal glareproofed on both sides
Case-back : Platinum fitted with a glareproofed sapphire crystal pane
Crown type : Ethical 18-carat white gold set with 18 baguette-cut diamonds (0.35 carats) and 1 briolette-cut diamond (0.40 carat)
Bezel set with 48 baguette-cut diamonds (1.79 carats)

Movement

Calibre : FB-SPC
Type Of Movement : Mechanical with cylindrical balance-spring
Type Of Winding : Hand-wound
Diameter : 34 mm
Тhickness : 6.84 mm
Lines : 15'''
Number of jewels : 47
Frequency : 21,600 vph (3Hz)
Power reserve : 72 hours
Number of components : 230
Certification : Chronometer-certified by the COSC

Dial and Hands

Dial : Sandblasted salmon pink (4N gilded), nickel silver movement
Inner bezel ring and seconds subdial in velvet-finished silver-toned brass, shiny anthracite-varnished engraved numerals
Diamond-polished, skeletonised and open-tipped hours and minutes hands in blue CVD-treated 18-carat gold
Seconds hand with openworked counterweight in blue CVD-treated 18-carat gold
Arrow-shaped power-reserve hand in blue CVD-treated 18-carat gold

Functions and Display

Central display of the hours and minutes
Seconds at 6 o’clock
Power reserve at 2'o'clock

Strap and Buckle

Strap : Alligator leather
Buckle : Platinum 18 mm pin buckle set with 10 baguette-cut diamonds (1.48 carats)
18-carat white gold 18 mm folding clasp with security fastening and length-adjustable blade – Available on request

Chronomètre FB 3SPC.3-3