Experience Classic Horology with Atelier de Chronométrie's Impressive New Chronograph Calibre, A Masterpiece from the Past

Watch collectors and vintage enthusiasts all over the world can rejoice! Atelier de Chronométrie, a watchmaking company based in Barcelona, has introduced an artful masterpiece that’s a love letter to the past. The AdC16, a two-counter chronograph, boasts a stunning design that will certainly charm both seasoned collectors and casual enthusiasts alike. Priced between €140,000 to €150,000, this bespoke timepiece delivers exceptional value for money, with its order sheets filled up until the year 2030.

Nestled in the heart of Barcelona, Atelier de Chronométrie has been quietly carving its own niche in the sprawling independent watchmaking space since 2016. Their specialty lies in crafting unique, one-of-a-kind timepieces built around varying architectures, tailor-made to the client’s specification – each masterpiece reflecting the owner’s distinctive tastes and preferences. The AdC16, a testament to this atelier’s combined skill and craftsmanship, strikes an impressive balance between contemporary tastes and vintage elegance.

The stand-out feature of the AdC16 is its mechanism. Built upon the established Valjoux 23 base, this chronograph goes the extra mile by incorporating redesigns to several bridges and levers. Striking a perfect balance of open yet vintage appeal, it appeals to the connoisseur with its meticulous attention to detail, such as an immediate jumping minute counter and a well-crafted clutch. Paying homage to marine chronometers, the design tweaks to the balance wheel and escapement give it that nostalgic touch, making this watch a collector’s dream.

While the AdC16 wows with its impeccable bridge shapes inspired by late 19th- and early 20th-century timepieces, future models from Atelier de Chronométrie promise a steady exploration of varying finishing techniques. Other features include manually crafted bridge components such as the chronograph runner and minute-jumping system, plus the escape wheel and seconds wheel bridges. Combined with the aesthetically perfect frosted bridges and mainplate, finished with palladium plating, this watch is a feast for watch connoisseurs.