A modern take on the timeless elegance of the classic Favre Leuba from the 1970s
A modern reincarnation of the classic Favre Leuba from the 1970s, Chief is an elegant luxury sports watch collection that meticulously preserves and reinterprets vintage elements for a new, contemporary aesthetic. Designed for the urban man with a focus on style and wearability, the Favre Leuba Chief watches are defined by a unique case design and a powerful mechanism. It’s a versatile selection of timepieces that seamlessly adapt to today’s fast-paced lifestyle, looking equally at home in a corporate setting, a sports outing and everything in between.
Case
Streamlined Proportions
The Chief Date features a versatile 40mm steel case with a unique design. Slender with just 11.31mm thickness, the timepiece strikes a perfect balance between robustness and wearability, ensuring it becomes an integral part of one's everyday look. Inspired by the glorious history, this cushion-shaped case boasts a modern appeal because of its contemporary proportions and multifaceted design.
It features brilliantly executed circular and vertical brushing on the sides that add a beautiful contrast and highlight the contours of the case. It exudes an understated allure creating a subtle play of light, giving the watch a refined character. It is topped by a curved sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating. The sapphire crystal case-back offers a view of the beautifully decorated calibre and a water resistance of 100M.
Dial
Pleasing Dial Aesthetics
The entire expanse of the stunning dial is enlivened by a meticulously carved monogram pattern drenched in a classic back shade, exuding a subtle contemporary appeal. It comes equipped with a contrasting date aperture at the three o’clock marker. A 3D monogram set inside the dial and hands & applied indices with brushing and sandblasting add depth to the watch face.
Bracelet
Seamlessly Integrated Yet Interchangeable
The two-link integrated steel bracelet features a combination of finishes, alternating between vertical brushing and polished centre links. It unites seamlessly with the case which gives it a graceful presence on the wrist. The bracelet is equipped with an easy change mechanism and secures with a butterfly clasp.
Movement
Superior Driving Force
Designed and manufactured with high Swiss craftsmanship, FLD03 is a self-winding calibre. A testament to unrivalled accuracy and reliability, the movement is equipped with a date complication. It features a power reserve of 68 hours and delivers exceptional precision, beating at a 4Hz frequency.
Decorated Calibre
Meticulously Finished
The watch offers a clear view of the immaculately decorated calibre through the sapphire crystal case-back. It carries superlative finishing on all the elements, meticulously executed with refined details, such as Côtes de Genève on the main plate, Soleillage finishing on the rotor, heat-treated blued crews, and more.
Rotor
Custom Skeletonised Design
The 4N PVD rotor is skeletonised and custom-designed with Colimaçon & Soleillage finishes. The Favre Leuba monogram is engraved as a medallion. Skeletonisation of the rotor is an extremely precise task with more implications than just aesthetics.
Lume
Visibility Under All Conditions
The multi-finished and rhodium-plated hands and applied indexes are equipped with a generous application of high-performance SuperLuminova X1 in blue. It offers a highly effective glow in the dark and lasts for longer durations.
