For over a century, Aerowatch has been dedicated to creating watches that combine precision, design, and tradition. Its iconic 1942 collection now welcomes a new addition: the 1942 Calendrier Complet, a watch that stands out for its double moon phase complication, a true gem for mechanical watch enthusiasts. This model pays tribute to the moon-phase watches that marked the renaissance of mechanical timepieces in the 1980s.
Double Moon Phase and Full Calendar
The most striking feature of the 1942 Calendrier Complet is its double moon phase, designed to display the moon’s position simultaneously in both hemispheres of the Earth. Located at 6 o’clock against a starry background, this complication allows the wearer to track the moon phase for both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres, showcasing the Swiss manufacture’s precision and originality.
In addition to the double moon phase, this watch offers a full calendar with day, date, and month indications. The months and days appear through central apertures, while the date is indicated by a grey-hand with a red half-moon tip, highlighting attention to detail in both functionality and aesthetics. The silver dial with a grained center and clear black Arabic numerals is complemented by elegant blue hour, minute, and second hands that glide smoothly across the dial.
Automatic Movement and High Watchmaking
The 1942 Calendrier Complet is powered by a Sellita SW 383-1 automatic movement, 11 ½’’’, with 25 jewels and 28,800 vibrations per hour, offering a 56-hour power reserve. This mechanism ensures precision and reliability and can be admired through the transparent sapphire case back, revealing the finely decorated rotor and artistically finished movement, reflecting the high standards of Swiss Haute Horlogerie.
Timeless Design, Comfort, and Exclusivity
The 42 mm stainless steel 316L case is slightly curved, providing perfect visual balance and a comfortable fit on the wrist. The domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating protects the dial while enhancing its elegance, and the genuine black leather strap with quilted stitching and a folding clasp completes this classic, timeless design. The watch is also water-resistant up to 50 meters, ensuring durability and versatility for daily wear.
In summary, the Aerowatch 1942 Calendrier Complet combines the tradition of Swiss watchmaking with modern precision, offering a refined and sophisticated design, perfect for those seeking a timepiece that is both functional and a true work of art.
