Moonphase: the first chapter of a new odyssey in watchmaking
In the pantheon of complications, the moonphase exerts an irresistible seduction over lovers of fine watches. CODE41, after putting the movement on the map for nearly eight years through open-heart timepieces whose 3D-sculpted 3D-skeletonised bridges and high-caliber skeletonisation have become a signature aesthetic, has embarked on an unprecedented journey. The Moon INCEPTION explores a new facet of watchmaking and gives prominence to the classicism and poetry of the moon’s phases.
Moon INCEPTION – a movement for pure watchmaking
The Moon INCEPTION’s movement is the C41-MP. This Swiss movement has been modified by CODE41 and built on the Sellita architecture. It is known for its robustness, reliability, and durability. To make this movement unique, the Swiss watchmaking factory AJS has been commissioned to create one of the most realistic moon disks and an oscillating weight that’s exclusive to this movement.
Moon INCEPTION’s convex crystal, the accuracy of the movement, as well as its water-resistance to 10 ATM make it a watch that is worth every praise. COSC certification can be added as an extra for those who are more demanding. It comes with metronomic precision -4/+6 sec per day.
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Watch design between poetry and refinement
The dial is a brilliant display of metatheater. It plays with textures, colours, and shapes. The grained background evokes the surface of the Moon, while the intertwined ring resembles its craters. The moon and date circles form an “8”, the symbol of infinity, authenticity and the power of engagement. The convex sapphire adds a retro, classic touch to the piece.
Here’s what to know about the Moon INCEPTION:
Here are the detailed technical specifications of the timepieces:
- Case Material Stainless Steel 316L
- Crystal: Convex pane / Anti-reflective-treated sapphire
- Display: Hands: Hour, minute, and second. Disk: Moonphase, date.
- Nighttime display: No.
- WatertightnessIndividually tested in pressurized dome. Individually tested under a dome.
- Weight: 95 g / 125 g with leather strap
- Case dimensions: Diameter: 41.5mm / Thickness: 11.2mm
- Movement: C41-MP (Sellita SW288 Elaboré base, D4 finishings)
- Fine-tuned: In 3 Positions
- Frequency: 28,800 vibrations an hour
- Precision: Base: -7/+7 Seconds / COSC Certificate: -4/+6 Sekunden
- Power Reserve (not worn) The 41st hour
- Number of Jewels 26
- Weights with engraved oscillating weight
Pre-orders of the Moon INCEPTION on Code41.com will begin in time for 2024’s first full moon, which will occur on January 25. Orders will continue for a full cycle of the Moon, up until February 23, 2024. Estimated delivery is September 2024.
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