Introducing The New Chopard L.U.C Lunar One & Flying T Twin Perpetual

Chopard was founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard in Sonvilier, Switzerland. Over the years, the brand has expertly blended traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation to create fine, elegant timepieces. One of its most iconic collections, the L.U.C Lunar One, was introduced in 2005 and quickly became a standout as the brand’s first perpetual calendar watch with a moonphase complication. Now, 20 years after its debut, Chopard has unveiled three new iterations of the L.U.C collection, each featuring refined design updates and innovative enhancements that further elevate its legacy.

One of the most striking updates to this release is its redesigned case, which offers a more modern and refined aesthetic. The case diameter has been reduced from 43mm to a more contemporary 40.5mm, while the thickness has been slightly increased from 11.47mm to 11.63mm. The new design also incorporates a unique "basin-style" case, a nod to the aesthetic of Louis-Ulysse Chopard’s 19th-century pocket watches. This elegant case is crafted from ethical 18k white, yellow, or rose gold, with a blend of brushed and polished finishes. The case is topped with a domed sapphire crystal, and a transparent caseback reveals the intricate workings within.

The dials are crafted from ethical 18k gold, each showcasing a delicate interplay of textures and colors. The white gold version features a captivating salmon dial, while the rose gold variant is paired with a striking galvanic blue dial. The yellow gold model, on the other hand, boasts a green dial, each adorned with a hand-guilloché sunburst pattern.

The dial features snailed sub-dials displaying the month and leap year at 3 o’clock, and the day of the week and 24-hour indicator at 9 o’clock. At 6 o’clock, a moonphase indicator graces the dial, while the green dial model opts for a more complex flying tourbillon. Gold Dauphine hands sweep across the dial, marking the hours and minutes, while a large date display at 12 o’clock is framed by gold accents.

Powering these stunning new models is the L.U.C 96.13-L calibre, a COSC-certified automatic movement featuring a gold micro-rotor adorned with a guilloché pattern. The movement operates at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz) and is equipped with twin barrels, providing a 65 hours of power reserve.

Each new model is paired with an alligator leather strap, available in navy, brown, or green, depending on the version. The straps feature a convenient quick-release system and are secured with a gold folding clasp. As for pricing, the moonphase variants are priced at $85,800, approximately AED 351,100, while the flying tourbillon variant is available upon request.

For more information, you can visit Chopard’s official website.