101Σ
Christophe Claret
Ref. Ti016BLJ08
Blackjack 21
A very fine and rare black PVD-coated titanium limited edition wristwatch with striking hammer, gong and three games: Blackjack, Dice and Roulette
Full-Cataloguing
The present wristwatch by Christophe Claret is like a miniature casino due to its interactive design. The watch incorporates three games, including Blackjack, Roulette and Dice. The watch houses a full set of miniature cards, which can be shuffled when the button in the band is pushed, striking the hammer and gong. The dial can be used as a blackjack table and it features seven apertures showing the playing cards randomly delivered by the dealer. The case back features a rotating roulette wheel and two dice are suspended in a glazed display aperture in the band. The dealer and player each have their own specific pusher assigned to them.
The present watch, numbered 8 of a limited edition of 21 watches only, is in like new condition and complete with all accessories.
The present watch, numbered 8 of a limited edition of 21 watches only, is in like new condition and complete with all accessories.
Christophe Claret
FrenchFor nearly 30 years Christophe Claret has been associated with high-grade complicated Swiss watch movements and cutting edge innovative designs. He is the artist behind the movements of some of Switzerland's most distinguished manufacturers. Partnering with Ulysse Nardin, Claret created the caliber CLA88 minute repeater for their San Marco jacquemart line. He was instrumental in the production of the caliber CHW97 Tourbillon Glissière, with its oscillating weight slide winding system, for Harry Winston. A member of an exclusive group of independent watch manufacturers, Claret impacts haute horlogerie with its three-dimensional works and innovative designs.