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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Dividing head

Dividing head

A dividing head or division plate is a disc or plate that contains a series of evenly spaced holes or notches that correspond to specific divisions of time, such as minutes or seconds. It is typically used in conjunction with other tools and machinery in watchmaking to accurately set and adjust the timing functions of the watch. By aligning the appropriate hole or notch with a reference point, watchmakers can ensure precise division and synchronization of the watch's timing mechanism, allowing for accurate measurement and display of time.