The 1776 Atelier Liberty 250: A Golden Tribute to America's Semiquincentennial

The narrative of American watchmaking is no longer just about casing imported movements or home-based assembly. Independent watchmakers, with 1776 Atelier at the forefront, are steadily redefining this story through their relentless efforts. As America nears its semiquincentennial, 1776 Atelier debuts with a well-timed tribute, the Liberty 250. This limited-edition rose-gold beauty is both a masterpiece in high horology and a mark of celebration of a significant national milestone.

Eschewing the trivial route adopted by other brands to commemorate occasions, the team at 1776 Atelier, driven by founder Jason Lu and COO Zach Smith, has opted to honour the country’s foundational history by manifesting what the American workforce can create unrestrictedly. The Liberty 250 embodies mechanical independence, with over 90% of its movement manufactured in-house from raw American materials. More than just a Swiss made watch displaying an American logo, it carries an emotional resonance connected to its origins, reviving the spirit of America’s industrial prowess.

The Liberty 250, an epitome of understated class, is meticulously crafted with an 18k rose gold case that perfectly encloses the masterpiece containing intricate details. To perfect this precious-metal casing, 1776 Atelier sought collaboration with RP Uhrgehäuse, a distinguished German case manufacturer, aligning resources to focus on what the atelier excels at - movement manufacturing, hand finishing, and assembly.

The Liberty 250’s dial showcases a theatre of depth and geometry. Shunning a flat dial plate, 1776 Atelier chose to embrace complexity with a layered construction boasting of a scalloped design.