HAUTE-RIVE HONORIS I Lagoverde: 1000 Hours of Pure Watchmaking Fascination

In the hushed world of haute horlogerie, few timepieces manage to blend heritage, technical prowess, and aesthetics with such intensity. HAUTE-RIVE, the last Swiss maison from the 19th century still in the hands of its founder’s lineage, makes a resounding entrance with the HONORIS I Lagoverde. A vibrant tribute to Lake Neuchâtel, a breathtaking mechanical feat, and an ultra-limited series sure to set collectors’ hearts racing. Price? 188,000 CHF before tax. Yes, it stings—but let us explain why.

A Power Reserve That Defies Time

1000 hours of autonomy. 41 days. An eternity in the world of mechanical watches. HAUTE-RIVE has drawn from its technical DNA, directly inspired by its emblematic 8-day Hebdomas and ultra-long power reserve pocket watches, to push the limits once again.

The secret? The HR01 caliber, manually wound via a rotating bezel, features an oversized barrel containing a mainspring over 3 meters long! A true feat of horology that, on top of everything, benefits from a patented construction incorporating a winding differential and an unprecedented disengagement mechanism. It’s beautiful, it’s bold, and it’s entirely developed in-house.

A Tourbillon That Plays with Illusions

At 6 o’clock, a mysterious flying tourbillon takes center stage. It appears to float above the dial, seemingly suspended in mid-air, while the majestic Wheel of Time at 12 o’clock balances the composition. This is not just impressive mechanics; it’s a true horological spectacle, playing with contrasts between what is seen and what remains elusive. A poetic allegory of passing time, with a three-dimensional architecture that gives this piece an unrivaled presence on the wrist.

A Dial Sculpted by Lake Neuchâtel

The inspiration behind this creation? Lake Neuchâtel, whose deep green reflections come to life in the form of a hand-engraved grey gold dial by Master Pierre-Alain Lozeron, then coated with translucent grand feu enamel. Each piece is unique, every engraved wave seems to dance with the light. Simply put, a masterpiece.

A Strap as Technical as It Is Ethical

HAUTE-RIVE goes beyond mechanics, refining every detail. The strap is made of Nile perch leather, an upcycled material that gives the watch an organic yet contemporary signature. It’s both a nod to the aquatic world of the lake and an eco-conscious approach that perfects the identity of this exceptional timepiece.

Ultra-Limited Series: Only 8 Pieces

The HONORIS I Lagoverde will be produced in just 8 numbered pieces. At 188,000 CHF before tax, this mechanical work of art is destined for an elite circle of exceptional collectors. But let’s be honest: faced with such audacious watchmaking, this is not just a purchase—it’s a declaration of love for time itself.

Key Specifications

• Movement: HR01 caliber, manual winding via rotating bezel
• Power reserve: 1000 hours (41 days)
• Mysterious flying tourbillon
• Dial: 18K grey gold, hand-engraved and coated with green grand feu enamel
• Case: 18K grey gold, 42.5 mm diameter, 11.95 mm thickness
• Strap: Hand-sewn Nile perch leather
• Price: 188,000 CHF before tax

A watch that defies conventions, redefines the notion of time, and pays a moving tribute to HAUTE-RIVE’s horological roots. A collector’s piece that, even if not on every wrist, is sure to leave its mark on history.