Carl F. Bucherer
In 1888, Carl Fredrich Bucherer opened his first jewelry store in Lucerne, Switzerland.
More than 120 years later, Carl F. Bucherer is still 100% Bucherer-family owned; not part of the Switzerland’s “Big Three” Luxury Groups. The benefits of private ownership has provided limitless creative advantages and empowered Carl F. Bucherer’s independent watch designs to thrive & evolve.
All of Carl F. Bucherer’s current models have passed the test of time & have the approval of the Bucherer family. The Bucherer family’s single most occupation & passion is to continue their family’s tradition of watchmaking excellence. Precious few companies in business today carry a commitment as deeply personal as that of the Bucherer family.
The first page in Carl F. Bucherer’s 2009 catalog only says:
“Carl F. Bucherer. For People who do not go with the times.”
If you are yet unfamiliar with this impressive Swiss brand, then Carl F. Bucherer’s spirited company description & their 2009 catalog is an enjoyable starting point. In this you can begin to appreciate what Carl F. Bucherer is all about.
Carl F. Bucherer’s current 2009 watch line has of five families:
Patravi, Manero, Alacria, Pathos and Tribute
PATRAVI insight:
Carl F. Bucherer’s “Patravi” is a stylish “Information Center” for your wrist.
All Patravi watches have self-winding movements. The Patravi is offered in both round and tonneau-shaped cases; and on metal bracelets or hand-stitched leather straps.
There are eight variations within the Patravi Collection to choose from.
All Patravi watches have a common “harmonious characteristic” of balanced, beautifully readable dials. Their dials’ multi-faceted elements are hand-cut only by Carl F. Bucherer’s most experienced workmen and every detail on their dials are hand set.
Many of the Patravi Collection watches happily reveal a lot more than just the time of day. Carl F. Bucherer’s most exciting new Patravi models are worth mentioning here & now as they are causing quite an excited buzz among fine collectors everywhere in the world:
The “PATRAVI TRAVELTEC”
The boldly-sized Patravi TravelTec was specifically designed for international business travelers, private pilots and serious frequent flyers. There is simply no other handmade Swiss timepiece that resets as quickly & as easily while performing as accurately. The Patravi TravelTec is an indispensible travel companion for anyone who regularly tours the world and wants to do so in style!
All honest travelers & Carl F. Bucherer TravelTec wearers will admit that no matter how exciting their trip is, they find it comforting to take frequents, inconspicuous glances at their wrist to see what time it is back at home. When you travel, the TravelTec’s bright red arm is used as your “Home Time”.
The Patravi “TravelTec” contains a substantial Carl F. Bucherer exclusive movement; The “CFB 1901”. This handmade Swiss movement is a certified chronometer that was created by Carl F. Bucherer himself. This ingenious movement mechanically drives the wearer’s three dial chronograph, date wheel and simultaneously displays three different time zones. Carl F. Bucherer’s original movement design was so advanced & complete that no alterations have ever been needed. Indeed, the CFB 1901 was designed to continue to run even while the watch’s new time is being set. Not even one second is lost during the brief moment that it takes to adjust to the traveler’s new time. It is the TravelTec’s patented Mono-pusher on the upper left hand side of its case that adjusts the hour hand + or - in one hour increments.
The Patravi’s complex case is made up of 70 different components. It it is a labor of love for any watchmaker to create but it also yields a substantial joy to The Bucherer’s to be the only watch in the world that has exhibition case side windows; these windows bring Carl’s beautiful CFB 1901 movement plates & gears to center stage (in place of an exhibition caseback that a wearer would have to take off his wrist to see). With case-side windows, your watch stays safely on your wrist as you view its handmade movement, working for your pleasure.
PATRAVI “CHRONOGRADE”
The Patravi “ChronoGrade” has a series of practical functions that have never been combined before on one single timepiece until Carl F. Bucherer brought them together. The Patravi “ChronoGrade” has a retrograde-style chronograph that measures long periods of time (up to 6 hours). Its flyback hand is ideal for tracking shorter intermediate times ; athletes & pilots frequently use this function to time races & calculate the short differences between multiple performances. The Patravi “ChronoGrade” dial has a large, double date display with annual calendar function, a magnified month indicator and high/low power reserve. Its 51 jewel movement is a CFB 1902.
PATRAVI “CHRONODATE ANNUAL”
The Patravi “ChronoDate Annual” is a certified chronometer. Its truly masterful dial features constant seconds, large chrono seconds & stop watch, chrono minute & hours, a cushion framed double-digit big date and an annual calendar that only needs set once a year (the end of February).
Another Carl F. Bucherer family is “MANERO”
“Manero” is derived from the latin word “manuaria”; which refers to “An action carried out by hand”.
Manero’s classic elements display an excellence that never goes out of real style.
The Manero’s complex metallurgical finishing is detailed and satin to the touch; its weight is substantial and pleasing. The Manero Collection’s multi-dimensional dial is absolutely stunning from any angle. This Carl F. Bucherer looks are shocking & eye-catching. Carl F. Bucherer’s 2009 catalog says “The Manero is an unmistakable timepiece that simply oozes character”. Bravo Manero!
Stunning variations of The Manero Collection include:
Manero Perpetual:
The Manero Perpetual is an aesthetic & technical wonder. Its complicated perpetual calendar function is built to last for generations to enjoy. Its dial also features: Date, day of the week, month, moon phase and provides a leap year indicator. Its calendar is conveniently preset for the next 92 years; until 2100.
Manero retrograde:
The Manero Retrograde’s dial has seven hands and four complications functioning closely by each other, but somehow the Manero’s simplistic design succeeds; its dial is surprisingly clean & always clear to its viewer. Its glorious dial will never leave you wanting less. Its playful designs & elements do strangely balance even though the multiple shapes within are very asymmetrical -and occur all over place. For as many features this watch boasts, the dial is not squeezed or forced with too many elements; the amount is truly “just right!” .
The Manero’s two round subdials indicate the day of the week and also show time in a 24 hour display. The two retrogrades fan out to show a 31 day numeric calendar and cleverly show the small to large power reserve on-hand. It is an enthusiastic timepiece that does really stand proud as a valuable part in Carl F. Bucherer’s fine collection.
At The Baselworld Exhibition in January 2009, Carl F. Bucherer unveiled its newest in-house Caliber, The“CFB A 1000” . This increased shock-absorbing automatic movement has a peripheral winding rotor and within the next twelve months, will be the base movement for Carl F. Bucherer automatic models.
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