uebly unveils a bold new creation: the CH1 Rétrograde. For this model, the brand partnered with renowned designer Eric Giroud to completely rethink the watch’s architecture – from the case and display to proportions and ergonomics.
The result: a 23-faceted case in grade 5 titanium – lightweight, modern and architecturally refined. Visible screws fix the dial in place, lending the piece a technical, daring edge. Both inside and out, every detail has been reimagined to further Guebly’s ambition to create a rare collector’s piece, uncompromising in its coherence, craftsmanship and horological excellence.
Limited to just 80 pieces, the CH1 Rétrograde reflects Guebly’s core belief in the harmony of minimalist form and complex craftsmanship. Every component – from the dial to the hands – is hand-finished according to the most demanding Swiss watchmaking traditions. The retrograde seconds complication is displayed at 6 o’clock over 120°, returning every 30 seconds.
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- The CH1 Rétrograde’s dial showcases artisanal excellence at its purest. Hand-guilloché on a 925 sterling silver base, it reveals a spiral motif inspired by wind-shaped dunes – offering subtle, dynamic depth. Light dances across its surface, accentuating each undulation with finesse. The retrograde appliqué in white gold features champlevé Grand Feu enamel by Maëlle Constant, a specialist in this age-old technique.
At the heart of the CH1 Rétrograde lies a thoroughly reengineered movement developed by Sylvain Pinaud (Horocraft) and Christophe Beuchat. The 21.31 automatic calibre features a 5N gold micro-rotor, and bridges and plates crafted entirely from grade 5 titanium – an uncommon material in Haute Horlogerie.
Each element is adorned with meticulous manual finishes: fine microbeading, perlage, beveling, and straight-graining. Comprising 217 components and offering a 70-hour power reserve, the movement exemplifies remarkable craftsmanship. It boasts handcrafted inward and outward angles, a double-spiraled ratchet wheel and screws mirror-polished by hand, alongside decorations that honour the most exacting standards of Swiss watchmaking.
With the CH1 Rétrograde, the independent Swiss Maison continues its journey of fusing elegance, technical complexity and rarity into a timepiece crafted for connoisseurs.
Price: CHF 38,900