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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Baton hands

Baton hands

A type of watch hands that are characterized by their rectangular shape and straight sides. They are named "baton" because their shape resembles a small baton used as a musical conductor's tool. There are different variations of baton hands, including slim baton hands and broad baton hands.

Baton hands are commonly used in modern and contemporary watch designs, and they can be found in both formal and sports watches. Due to their simplicity, baton hands are known for their clear visibility, allowing the wearer to easily read the time.