Laurent Ferrier Genève: Classic Auto Horizon
Horizon - Blue and beyond
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Previously released as a Série Atelier piece with a copper-toned dial, the Classic Auto is back, and is now part of the LAURENT FERRIER permanent collection. To coincide with Watches and Wonders 2025, this new version is being unveiled with a new horizon blue dial.
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A NEW MODEL
By adopting the name of the "Auto" calibre, already seen in the iconic Sport Auto model, this new reference underscores the shared heritage between the dynamism of the motor racing world and the elegance of more classic automatic watches. The Classic Auto Horizon is therefore also equipped with the latest self-winding movement with micro-rotor; able to withstand any test, it also includes a date function.
The Classic Auto Horizon features a distinctive, iconic round case inspired by 19th century pocket watches; this classic pebble shape is where the Classic collection gets its name. Here, it is made from stainless steel with a diameter of 40 mm, enclosing the LF 270.01 self-winding movement. This calibre is particularly robust as it was originally designed for the Sport range.
AN UNINTERRUPTED HORIZON
The Classic Auto Horizon showcases craftsmanship with a translucent blue lacquer over a silver-galvanic-coated base. Its satin-brushed vertical center evokes freedom, while the circular satin-finished minute track symbolizes reliability. The stamped aperture features a slate-grey date with dark blue transfer. White gold Assegai hands and snailed small seconds complete the design.
A VERSATILE CALIBRE
The second self-winding movement with calendar created by LAURENT FERRIER, initially for the Sport Auto, the calibre LF270.01 is the result of an exclusive in-house development. Paying subtle homage to the brand's first self-winding movement, the micro-rotor with natural escapement, this calibre has been designed, decorated, assembled and adjusted entirely in the LAURENT FERRIER workshops.
The second self-winding movement with calendar created by LAURENT FERRIER, initially for the Sport Auto, the calibre LF270.01 is the result of an exclusive in-house development. Paying subtle homage to the brand's first self-winding movement, the micro-rotor with natural escapement, this calibre has been designed, decorated, assembled and adjusted entirely in the LAURENT FERRIER workshops.
MINUTE ATTENTION TO DETAIL
The sapphire crystal case back reveals a movement with impeccable finishes, the architecture of which showcases the celebrated curves of the natural escapement micro-rotor.
Inspired by the calibre FBN229.01, this new weight is made from 950 platinum and features a new engraved motif which evokes the feathers of a bird to complement the beak shape of the automatic bridge. The engraved feathers are accompanied by chevrons indicating the winding direction.
Each LF 270.01 calibre alone requires more than 139 manual finishing operations. The weight bridge, in particular, has been decorated by hand with multiple finishes: the angles are softened then finished with gentian wood and diamantine, while the surface is mirror polished. Furthermore, the movement also features several internal angles, multiple zinc-polished surfaces and numerous satin-brushed and circular-grained finishes, all executed by hand in the LAURENT FERRIER workshops. The rhodium-plated Côtes de Genève on all of the bridges brings the final touch to this exceptional calibre.
Technical Data
Movement
Self-winding movement
Micro-rotor in 950 platinum
Diameter: 14’’’ (Ø 31.60 mm)
Thickness: 4.85 mm
Frequency: 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations/hour)
Power reserve: 72 hours
215 components/31 jewels
Central hours and minutes
Small seconds at 6 o'clock
Date at 3 o'clock
Finish on the bridges: rhodium-plated Côtes de Genève
case
Polished stainless steel
Diameter: 40 mm (3-9 o'clock)
Thickness: 11.94 mm
Sapphire case back, visible movement
Water-resistant to 30 metres
Domed sapphire crystals
Ball-shaped crown in stainless steel
Dial
Galvanic lacquered dial in shades of horizon blue
Soft vertical satin-brushed centre and circular satin-brushed minute track
Dark blue transfers
Finely snailed small seconds at 6 o'clock
Drop-shaped indices in 18K/750 white gold 210Pd
Stamped aperture at 3 o'clock, white discs and anthracite date
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