Chopard L.U.C Quattro 16/1863

Chopard L.U.C Quattro 16/1863 Limited Edition 18k RG Box and Papers

Launched in 1996, Chopard’s L.U.C. segment (named after Chopard's founder) was set up to commemorate Chopard's heritage as a high-precision movement manufacturer. Perhaps the ultimate expression of Chopard's watchmaking prowess, watches produced by L.U.C. include some of the most laboriously produced movements to come from Switzerland. The processes used to produce these movements include delicate hand finishing, accurate assembly, tedious testing, and careful casing. In 2004, Chopard and Parmigiani Fleurier even came together to create a certification to attest that 100% of a watch head was made in Switzerland, an attempt to combat the Swiss Government's lackluster definition of "Swiss Made” whereby only 60% of the value of a watch has to come from Switzerland. Ever since its inception, Chopard’s L.U.C. timepieces have become celebrated pieces of horology, and this limited edition 16/1863 of only 1860 pieces (yet it is theorized that Chopard only ended up producing less than half of that) is no different with its beautiful silver dial, stunning movement, and wonderfully classical 38mm x 10mm 18kt rose gold case. A dress watch in style, but far more than that, this timepiece boasts a pointer date display set around its seconds subdial at 6 o’clock that is balanced by a retrograde power reserve indicator at 12 o’clock for its lengthy 8-day power reserve which derives from its twin-barrels that also inspire this timepiece's name 'Quattro". Brand : Chopard Dimensions : 38mm x 10mm Model : L.U.C. Quattro Movement : Automatic cal. 1.98 Reference : 16/1863 Bracelet : Leather strap Year : 2002 Condition : Excellent Material : 18kt rose gold Included : Watch, original guarantee papers, chronometer certificate, box, 2021-dated service papers, 1916 Co. guarantee card, and hang tags Dial Color : Silver THE DIAL Boasting a stunning silver dial with a guilloched engraved center and a satin finished chapter ring, the 16/1863's display features two unique complications at its top and bottom, a retrograde power reserve, and a pointer date that shares its subdial with the running seconds at 6 o'clock. THE CONSTRUCTION Measuring 38mm in diameter, the L.U.C. 16/1863 is a wonderfully wearable timepiece with classical details in its stepped domed bezel, swooping lugs and hefty 18kt rose gold construction. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.