Tourbillon Chiming Jump Hour – Akrivia
The movement of the Tourbillon Chiming Jump-Hour AK-03 is completely novel, since the combination of tourbillon with a digital jumping-hour indication and an hour strike is unprecedented in commercial fine watchmaking.
The Tourbillon Chiming Jump-Hour AK-03 applies extreme precision to its incorporation of both visible and audible time indications. As the name suggests, the jumping hour indication is combined with a gong strike (equipped also with silent mode). These are accomplished via separate mechanisms, and Rexhep Rexhepi has designed the AK-03 specifically so that the chime occurs at the same instant in which the hour makes its jump.
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The Akrivia Tourbillon Chiming Jump Hour is a remarkable timepiece that seamlessly integrates three sophisticated horological complications: a tourbillon, a jumping hour display, and an hour-striking mechanism. This combination is unprecedented in fine watchmaking, showcasing Akrivia's commitment to innovation and craftsmanship.
Key Features:
- Movement: The manually wound AK-03 movement is entirely developed and produced in-house by Akrivia. It comprises 275 components and 26 jewels, operating at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz). The movement offers a substantial power reserve of approximately 100 hours.
- Tourbillon: Positioned at 6 o'clock, the tourbillon has a diameter of 13.7 mm and weighs 0.36 grams. It completes a full rotation every 60 seconds, enhancing timekeeping precision by counteracting the effects of gravity.
- Jumping Hour Display: The hours are displayed digitally through an aperture at 12 o'clock, advancing instantaneously at the top of each hour. This is complemented by a central minutes hand, providing a clear and legible time display.
- Chiming Mechanism: At the exact moment the hour jumps, a steel hammer strikes a curved gong, producing a chime to audibly signal the passing hour. A pusher located at 3 o'clock allows the wearer to activate or deactivate the chiming function, offering flexibility in various settings.
- Case and Dial: The watch features a 43 mm case with a thickness of 12.9 mm, crafted from stainless steel. Both the front and back are fitted with sapphire crystals treated with anti-reflective coating. The black steel dial boasts a matte-polished finish, enhancing the visual appeal of the timepiece.
- Finishing: Exemplifying haute horlogerie standards, the movement is adorned with 66 inward angles, black polish, Côtes de Genève, hand graining, hand polishing, rhodium finishing, manual circular graining, and hand engraving. These meticulous finishing techniques highlight the exceptional craftsmanship involved in its creation.
Additional Information:
The Tourbillon Chiming Jump Hour is presented on a hand-sewn black alligator strap, secured with a pin buckle engraved with the Akrivia logo. The watch is water-resistant up to 3 ATM (30 meters), ensuring durability alongside its intricate mechanics.
This timepiece stands as a testament to Akrivia's dedication to blending traditional watchmaking techniques with contemporary design and innovation. Its unique combination of complications, coupled with impeccable finishing, makes it a distinguished addition to any horological collection.
Specifications:
- MOVEMENT - Manually wound movement
- MOVEMENT DIMENSIONS - 30.00 mm x 7.60 mm
- POWER RESERVE - 100 hours
- NB OF COMPONENTS - 275
- NB OF JEWELS - 26
- BALANCE WHEEL - 11.60 mm
- FREQUENCY - 21,600 vph
- TOURBILLON - Diameter: 13.70 mm, weight : 0.36 g, Swiss anchor escapement, 60 seconds rotation bercé-polished upper bridge
- DECORATION - 66 inward angles, black polish, Côtes de Genève, hand graining, hand polishing, rhodium finishing, manual circular graining, hand engraved, handblueing circular dial
- DISPLAY - Hours indicated instantaneously in the window, central minutes hand
- FUNCTION - Chiming at every hour and silence function on/off by 3h monopusher
- DIAL - Black steel “matte-polished“ dial
- CASE - 43 mm x 12.90 mm, composed of 30 parts, front and back sapphire glass crystal with anti-reflective treatment
- WATER RESISTANCE - 3 ATM (30 meters)
- HANDS - Steel hand adapted to the hours window - AkriviA special design
- STRAP - Hand-sewn black alligator strap
- CLASP - Pin buckle with hand engraved AkriviA logo
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