{"id":30987,"date":"2025-03-28T12:43:58","date_gmt":"2025-03-28T11:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.swisswatchfamily.com\/?p=30987"},"modified":"2025-03-28T12:53:31","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T11:53:31","slug":"ferdinand-berthoud-celebrates-10-years-platinum-style-and-absolute-mastery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.swisswatchfamily.com\/en\/ferdinand-berthoud-celebrates-10-years-platinum-style-and-absolute-mastery\/","title":{"rendered":"Ferdinand Berthoud Celebrates 10 Years: Platinum, Style, and Absolute Mastery"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Haute horology is much like a fine vintage wine: it only gets better with time. And time is precisely what Chronom\u00e9trie Ferdinand Berthoud has spent perfecting its craft. To mark its 10th anniversary, the maison is celebrating with a new limited edition of the FB 3SPC, which, for the first time, embraces platinum. Suffice it to say, it shines\u2014but with the elegance and precision of a timepiece designed for true purists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FERDINAND BERTHOUD 3SPC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Platinum Takes Center Stage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While gold and titanium have often stolen the spotlight, platinum now makes a striking debut in the FB 3SPC collection. Why? Because working with this dense and malleable metal is a challenge worthy of the finest artisans. Each case\u2014comprising an impressive 57 components\u2014requires over 30 hours of machining and finishing to meet Ferdinand Berthoud’s exacting standards. Polishing it? A headache for watchmakers, but a delight for collectors who appreciate the noble and enduring nature of this precious material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An Exceptional Movement in Two New Hues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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FERDINAND BERTHOUD 3SPC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The heart of this masterpiece remains the exclusive FB-SPC calibre, the only movement featuring a variable-inertia balance with a cylindrical hairspring, certified as a chronometer by COSC. And because excellence must always be taken a step further, the manufacture introduces two new dial hues: a luminous salmon pink (FB 3SPC.3) and an ultra-sophisticated black PVD (FB 3SPC.3-1).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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FERDINAND BERTHOUD 3SPC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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FERDINAND BERTHOUD 3SPC<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

On the dial side, refinement takes center stage, with a silvered velvety brass finish for the salmon version and a softened black dial for the darker variant. The 18K gold hands add the ultimate touch of luxury, treated with blue CVD for the salmon dial and finished in white gold for the black edition. In other words, choosing between them won’t be easy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only 20 Pieces (and Even Fewer in a Gem-Set Edition)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These marvels won\u2019t be gracing just any wrist. Only 20 pieces of each version will be produced, and for those who enjoy a discreet touch of brilliance, a gem-set edition limited to just five pieces is also available. A total of 77 diamonds, amounting to 4.02 carats, adorn the case, buckle, and crown, executed with extreme finesse (courtesy of Chopard).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A New Folding Clasp for Ultimate Comfort<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A masterpiece deserves a flawless finishing touch. Ferdinand Berthoud introduces a new folding clasp with fine adjustment of +\/- 3 mm. Available on request in white or rose gold, it ensures an optimal fit on the wrist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Grand Celebration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This anniversary edition marks a decade of excellence for Ferdinand Berthoud, celebrating its commitment to reviving the legacy of the master watchmaker with a contemporary approach. Exclusivity, noble materials, and unparalleled craftsmanship\u2014everything is in place to captivate haute horlogerie enthusiasts. But act fast, as these pieces won\u2019t be available for long…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And the price?<\/strong> As with all Ferdinand Berthoud creations, it reflects the craftsmanship and exclusivity of the piece. But let\u2019s be honest: if you have to ask, it\u2019s probably not for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n