Limited Edition of 150 Pieces

Watchmaking literature mentions a patent filed by Karl Scheufele I for special lugs designed to fasten a pocket-watch and transform it into a wristwatch. Based on this idea, the designers and watchmakers at Chopard Manufacture have developed the L.U.C Louis Ulysse – The Tribute model that can be transformed from pocket-watch to wristwatch in one swift move, and vice-versa. The original system based on “adjustable lugs” alone has now been replaced by an extremely reliable cradle system that considerably facilitates handling. The case is placed inside it and firmly clasped between the adjustable lugs by a simple quarter-turn of the cradle base. Switching back from wristwatch to pocket-watch is equally as simple.

Crafted in 18kt white gold and featuring satin-brushed and polished finishes, it measures 49.5mm X 14.5mm, and is water resistant to 30 meters. The crystal is an AR-coated sapphire.

A Brand New Movement for the Geneva Watchmaking School

It houses the new L.U.C EHG Pocket Watch movement, a proprietary movement especially developed by Chopard for the students at the Geneva Watchmaking School to assist them in creating their “school piece” marking the culmination of their studies and representing a major landmark in any watchmaking career. With this movement intended for the local watchmaking school, Chopard is affirming its support for training and for apprentice watchmakers, while also paying tribute to the city of Geneva that has welcomed Chopard since 1937.

This mechanical hand-wound movement has 20 jewels, oscillates at a cadence of 21,600 vibrations per hour and has an 80 hour-plus power reserve. This movement is COSC-certified as a chronometer and is stamped with the Geneval Seal quality hallmark.