FREDERIQUE CONSTANT Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacture. 31st Manufacture Calibre!
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Frederique Constant stands out as a Geneva manufacture that’s developed 31 calibers in-house in just 35 years old of existence. Founded as a family business in 1988, the independent Swiss watchmaking firm has become an essential player in Swiss Made fine watchmaking between the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. Amid this unique success story, it’s never lost sight of its goal: making luxury watchmaking available at a fair price. The new Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacture follows the same route, bringing to life Frederique Constant’s thirty-first Manufacture calibre, the FC-735. It’s the first calibre from the firm to offer a big date, a moon phase and a power reserve indicator - now for a total of 50 hours., The latter is indicated at 9 o’clock by a slim, dedicated hand traveling along an arc marked out from 0 to 50, ending in a red zone warning that it’s time to wind the watch before it stops. Opposite, between 2 and 3 o’clock, the big date proudly displays its encircled double window (one for tens and the other for units). This perfect balance is further highlighted by a radiant, poetic moon phase at 6 o’clock on a starry blue background.
Like all its previous calibres, Frederique Constant has taken care to ensure this one is easy to use: the three complications, time set function and winding mechanism are all adjusted via the crown at 3 o’clock. With no pushers, correctors or styluses, the FC-735 movement is resolutely modern. Well thought-out and designed for everyday use, it’s an extension of the Frederique Constant ethos: affordable watches that don’t require any special horological skills on the part of the wearer.
The three complications are harmoniously arrayed within the firm’s Classic case. With a diameter of only 40mm in observance of watchmaking standards, this benefits from a recent styling overhaul including re-dimensioned lugs and profile, as well as slimmer hour markers. The latter, together with the hands, are diamond-faceted and hand-polished. The case also sports an open back, allowing each collector to admire the inner workings of their new FC-735 Manufacture calibre. To celebrate the arrival of Frederique Constant’s thirty-first Manufacture calibre and its thirty-fifth anniversary, the Firm has decided to create not one but four variations of its new Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacture. The aim is to meet the needs and preferences of seasoned collectors whilst also offering lovers of fine watchmaking two other versions.
The first, most exclusive version is being released in a limited edition of 35 in honour of the Swiss watchmaker’s thirty-fifth anniversary. Its fully-polished platinum case houses a meteorite dial, a rare composition for Frederique Constant in honour of the release of the FC-735 calibre, on a navy blue alligator strap matching the colour of the dial. The second model, on a brown alligator strap, features a rose gold case and sun-brushed grey dial and is a limited edition of 350.
Alongside those, Frederique Constant is adding two variations of the new Classic Power Reserve Big Date Manufacture to its collection. These non-limited versions share the same polished steel case and blue alligator leather strap, with a sun-brushed dial available in a blue or silver finish.
This thirty-first Manufacture calibre is the latest addition to a family that already boasts a wealth of developments and complications. Here tribute must be paid to the pioneer: the FC-910 introduced in 2004, showcasing the firm’s signature Heart Beat design. Four years later, the completion of the FC-980 calibre had long been awaited by collectors, featuring as it did the first Tourbillon Heart Beat, equipped with an escapement wheel and silicon anchor.
Another major milestone was achieved with the ‘Worldtimer Manufacture’ FC-718 in 2012, unanimously acclaimed for its reliability and above all its simplicity, with all of the functions adjusted using just the crown. 2013 saw the release of the FC-705, the Slimline collection’s iconic calibre featuring a moon phase. Three years later, in 2016, it was the turn of the perpetual calendar, still the most affordable on the market.
In 2017, there was a decisive technical step forward with the Flyback FC-760 chronograph, followed two years later by the FC-750, the first Hybrid Manufacture movement, combining a connected model with a Manufacture movement for the first time. 2021 marked a breakthrough not only for Frederique Constant but also for the watchmaking industry as a whole, in the form of the FC-810 calibre and its Monolithic escapement. This revolutionised the way mechanical watches are regulated, being equipped with a silicon oscillator instead of the 26 components of a conventional assembly. It beats at 40Hz, ten times faster than a traditional mechanical movement.
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What Frédérique Constant are achieving since a couple of years is exceptional. Their last releases are absolutely exquisite !
Value for the money… good quality and good design…
That blue meteorite is stunning. Well done, FC!
Mind blowing for that price I would say…
@@WatchAdvisorMay I also say, I appreciate the easy camaraderie you display with the professionals you interview. As someone who is not at all knowledgeable in technical and mechanical details, it's often quite daunting to approach the subject of watches and watchmaking and I feel like you and the team at WatchAdvisor have done a great job in this regard very consistently. Cheers!
I’m incredibly impressed with what they have done the last couple of years. The finishing is exceptional and the proportions look perfect.
FC has grown to become a serious competitor for the big ones of this industry
The more i learn about Frédérique Constant, the more i am impressed with their work and progress so far! In for an FC time piece really soon!
Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
Good looking machines.
They are! Thanks for sharing…
I purchased the perpetual calendar five years ago. White dial with blue strap...I love it!
Bravo! May your FC continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours!!
I have to say good looking Watches. Thanks for the Video Alexander.
Thanks for sharing! Which one is your favorite?
@@WatchAdvisorthe Meteor big date is my favorite
That’s a true stunner - yessss!
Well this time they "attack ALS" ! I love FC for so many years, own one of their watches and would like to have more......thanks for this Alexander!
They do a GREAT job in their segment - yes! But they do not yet attack ALS 😜
If you're reading the comments, I've got a few suggestions for your consideration:
Symmetry: The watch could benefit from improved symmetry. The Moon phase is well-placed, but the large date should be positioned beneath the logo. Also, could you consider moving the power reserve indicator to the back of the case?
Legibility: The current design suffers from poor legibility due to the similar style of the applied indices and the hour/minute hands. These should be redesigned to a smaller size or removed altogether. Instead, I recommend using Latin numerals at the 3, 6, and 9-hour marks.
Case Design: To enhance wearability, decrease the overall case thickness and size. Adding a circle of guilloché to the dial would provide a refined finishing touch.
These adjustments should enhance both the aesthetic and functional aspects of the watch.
Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
That meteorite dial is spectacular. Cheers.🎉
It really is! Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
Amazing value for money. Being able to adjust everything through the crown merits some innovation award 🥳. Design wise, the dial layout and in particular the big date location not my thing, that’s personal of course. Thanks for showing us these watch pieces.
You should still try them on your wrist… only then you will know if the big date really is at the wrong place… keep us posted please…
Beautiful watches truly.
They are, thanks for sharing!
Coming into this completely cold with only a basic awareness of the brand but no knowledge of the watches. Hugely impressed - fantastic engineering with the aesthetics to match! Not to mention a starting price that doesn't move the watches outside of the reach of 99.9 percent of the population!
Love your passion, thanks for sharing! Let me know if you have any questions…
I think that may be the first colored meteorite dial I have ever seen....cool!
Is this the case? I am not sure…
This collection is definitely giving off Laurent Ferrier vibes, but actually obtainable and with complications…very well done FC!
What a compliment for FC !!! Thanks for sharing!
I like it!
So do we! Value for the money!!
That blue dial is amazing!
I agree! Thanks for sharing…
Nice video. Usually I prefer a blue dial, but for this I like the silver (well and the blue meteorite looks awesome, but a bit out of my price range). Was considering this in silver or a heart beat watch. But after this interview I think maybe I should wait for those teased 2024 watches.
Thanks for sharing and please keep us posted…
They have been a very underrated brand for some time. Ive a slimline manufacture with small date subdial and its a great watch.
Thanks for sharing your passion with us!
FC is the first watchmaker I have genuinely been excited about in a very long time. Pure art. Pure class.
Love your comment, love your passion! Thanks for sharing!
Very nice timepieces 🤩
Yes they are, thanks for sharing!
You look like you lost a lot of weight, Elon . Looking very healthy. Cheers 🎉
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Very nice! And reasonably priced too.;(!
Value for the money… good looking… good quality…
If it came in green, I’d buy immediately. The silver dial is very nice though, almost gives me A. Lange & Söhne vibes but much more attainable
Thanks for the input and thanks for sharing your passion with us!
What FC is doing is something very interesting and very important, the calibers in House at a price not too high for the quality and for what they give you are a breath of fresh air..excellent content as always..Ciao👋 Alexander!
Well that’s what I call real passion! Thanks for sharing…
Absolutely stunning collection. I plan to go for an entry level one this year, and make the bigger shot next year. FC is really doing super great!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and passion with us. Please keep us posted….
Lieber Alexander, vielen Dank für die Vorstellung dieser Marke. Sehr bodenständiger und sympatischer CEO. Man erkennt, wenn Marken noch um Ihre Kundschaft bemüht sind. Die Marke hatte ich nie auf dem Radar. Ab was hier an Qualität in Verbindung zum Preis abgeliefert wird, müsste den Rest der Branche in Schamesröte versinken lassen. Dieses Model, oder der Worldtimer, stehen def. bei mir in 2024 zum Kauf an. Ich habe auch keine Lust mehr teure Werbepüppchen (oh, das nennt sich ja nun Ambassador) mitkaufen zu müssen. Meine Sammlung ist nach wie vor (vermeintlich) HighEnd (RLX, Blancpain, Breitling, Glashütte Original, IWC) aber diese Spielchen mache ich nicht mehr mit. Gerade habe ich mir eine IWC Big Ingenieur 7-Days gekauft. Mint Conditions und komplett revisioniert bei IWC. Für den Kaufpreis dieser Uhr erhalte ich bei PP ein Lederarmband mit Faltschliesse. Danke für diesen Bericht.
Danke, dass Du Deine Leidenschaft mit uns teilst und für Deine Zeilen… FC hat heute einen festen Platz in der Welt der feinen Uhrmacherei ….
Impressive for the price point and very well finished movements.
And yes, I do see a bit of Bryan there Alexander. Haha!!😂
Crazy isn’t it! I am happy you enjoyed our video. Thanks for sharing!
I am really digging this brand. I accomplished the task of getting my dream watch (Green Sub) and my focus is being broadened to be more exploratory with other brands.
Have fun discovering and let me know if you have and questions…
Whaou Elon, you are making beautiful watches!...😂 I have just acquired the brown Highlife Worldtimer: what a beauty! Those new big dates are amazing too! Keep on developping the brand like that!
Thanks for sharing your passion with us! May your Worldtimer continue to always show you happy seconds, minutes and hours…
It can't be Musk because this guy's actually produced something of value.
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Very impressive company. Innovative thinking, design and pricing.
No wonder Citizen bought it 🎉
Aleta and Peter Stas sold their company in the best moment to Citizen… The new owner got a watchmaking pearl… and they are aware of it…
@WatchAdvisor agreed. So everyone benifitted 😀
An innovative company still exists, which looking at management, research and products, not to mention value for money, benifitted all concerned... the sellers, the new owners, the employees and potential customers. 😉😘😉😘
My interest in watches was sparked by Nico Leonard. However, as he became a TH-cam star, he seemed to lose touch with where it all began. That's when I discovered WatchAdvisor, the channel where the watches are the stars! I'm gaining a wealth of knowledge from here.
How much do we like this feedback? We love it!! Thanks for sharing our passion… 🙌🏻
@@WatchAdvisor I'd like to know your opinion on 5 watches for a personal collection (unlimited budget). Would be even nice if the list doesn't include Rolex, Patek & AP. Thanks in advance.
More sporty or more elegant?
@@WatchAdvisor Any. Plus it's not a bad idea to diversify.
@@shabasRS Jaeger-LeCoultre “Master”, the one and only Omega “Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional” with Hesalite Glass, Patek Philippe “Calatrava”, Rolex “Submariner”, IWC Schaffhausen “Portugieser”… You should choose the appropriate model of each “family” mentioned… Why no AP? Why not?
It is nice. Would be nicer if they color-matched the date discs. The blue would be great with a dark blue or black date discs with white or silver numbers.
I agree! But that would make these watches more expensive…
I hope they do more monolithic movements but in a highlife-like case. I think their sporty designs look more interesting than their classical pieces but the triple complication at this price is still mindblowing.
As far as I know, there will be more models...
I really like these. Alexander, you are the danger, danger to my wallet that is!
Apologies my friend … but we only do our work… 😜 Thanks 🙏🏻 for sharing your passion with us!!
Been waiting to see if the Monolithic will be used in any other case and dial styles. Maybe that will be the next surprise!
For the moment I don’t think so…
As much as I am a fan of the monolithic and would like to own one, I doubt that they will use this technology again until they have ironed out the regulation and isochronism problems that trouble these movements.
Even the timekeeping of the monolithic watches that were sent back to Switzerland for reregulation by Frederique Constant was way out of the specs they claimed when marketing the technology.
I still think it is a interesting step in a new direction, hence my desire for one, but most customers expect better timekeeping so until they can meet the accuracy levels they initially claimed I doubt they’ll produce more.
@@mercuriall2810 Did not know there were issues.
I dig that silver dial version. I wonder how they keep the prices so reasonable?
They are not adding as much margin as others do… that’s all…
@@WatchAdvisor that‘s another good reason to support them!
@@WatchAdvisorMakes you wonder how much margin a Submariner has for example- what does it cost in Produktion + Marketing - like 2-3k max?
This watch on the other hand is a steal
Too big. But amazing price and it makes sense as this brand is owned by seiko and they’re trying to disrupt Swiss market from within …😂
Frederique Constant is owned by Citizen!
So you think this watch company is a substandard Swiss Watch Manufacturer?
Time will tell.
“Substandard” … what are you talking/writing about???
@@WatchAdvisor I was addressing the origional poster, not you.
Read what I posted and to whom I posted it to.