The Biver Automatique Yellow Gold & Atelier Series Carbon Edition

In 2023, Jean-Claude Biver, an trade veteran who requires no introduction, returned to the highlight after retiring from his newest place at LVMH when, together with his son Pierre, he unveiled the Biver Carillon Tourbillon, the debut timepiece from the newly minted family-name model. True to type, expectations have been sky-high, with the launch setting a tone in technical complexity and worth factors. In 2024, Biver father and son stunned fanatics with one thing a bit extra understated however no much less refined: the time-only Automatique, a chic but not-so-classic mannequin accessible in platinum and rose gold with matching dials and powered by a micro-rotor calibre developed by Dubois-Depraz. It debuted alongside the Atelier Collection, that includes stone dials.

Now, the gathering continues to increase. Biver is introducing yellow gold editions of the Automatique, together with a model with a yellow gold dial and a brand new Atelier Collection Carbon Version, with a dial crafted from, you guessed it, carbon fibre and yellow gold. Fusion at its most interesting, since 2008. The brand new Biver Automatique in yellow gold stays true to the design language of its predecessors. Housed in a 39mm case simply 10mm thick, it presents a strong 80 meters of water resistance. A sapphire crystal tops the case, whereas angular lugs add character. Across the again, an exhibition caseback reveals the motion in all its element.

The stable yellow-gold dial has a putting, multi-level look. It options an engraved and utilized gold minute monitor, faceted anthracite-coloured indices, and hand-bevelled hour and minute arms, all crafted in matching gold and completed with a satin sheen for a cohesive and opulent aesthetic.

Within the Atelier Collection Carbon Version, issues take a extra technical flip. The centre part and chapter ring are crafted from black carbon fibre, contrasted with indices, arms, and a minute monitor, all rendered in yellow gold, a fusion of traditional luxurious and modern materiality.

Powering each fashions is the in-house computerized calibre JCB-003, outfitted with a bi-directional gold micro-rotor. Developed in collaboration with Dubois-Depraz, that is the primary base calibre the storied module specialist has created solely for Biver. Every motion is assembled on the Biver Atelier in Givrins and showcases meticulous craftsmanship and ornamental finishes corresponding to clous de Paris engraving, round graining, polished anglage, and mirror sprucing – very, if not a bit too demonstrative. The JCB-003 beats at 25,200 vibrations per hour and delivers a 65-hour energy reserve.

The yellow gold Biver Automatique is paired with a black nubuck leather-based strap, whereas the Carbon Version is fitted with a black braided rubber strap lined in leather-based. Each include a yellow gold pin buckle. An identical deployant clasp and a multi-link gold bracelet can be found upon request.

For many who thought the brand new Patek Philippe Calatrava 6196P was an costly three-hander, the yellow gold Biver Automatique is priced at CHF 75,000, whereas the Carbon Version is available in at CHF 89,000, excluding taxes. For extra data, please go to jcbiver.com.