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Louis Erard Unveils the Limited-Edition Gravée Main

Since 2021, Louis Erard has been redefining the boundaries of Métiers d’Art, from Grand Feu enamel and guilloché to wood marquetry, and soon, gold wire inlay. Now, Gravée Main opens a new chapter, paying tribute to one of the oldest crafts in watchmaking hand engraving.
Gravée Main represents a new milestone in Louis Erard’s Métiers d’Art series. This limited edition of 99 unique timepieces places hand engraving at center stage, with every metal element entirely engraved and finished by hand, a meticulous process that requires more than 50 hours of work. 

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Autonomy

refers to the ability of a watch to operate independently for a certain period of time without the need for external power sources. It is a measure of the watch's self-sufficiency and indicates the duration it can function without manual winding or battery replacement.


Autonomy is typically represented through the power reserve of the watch, which indicates the duration it can operate. A watch with high autonomy provides the wearer with the convenience of an extended time display, reducing the need for frequent battery changes or daily manual winding.