Mermont
Sebastien Bey-Haut , founder Mermont.
Precisely unbound:
“We believe that the most beautiful moments are not measured: they are lived. It is these suspended, fleeting, often unexpected moments that give time its true value.
Mermont exists to preserve their essence.
French writer and poet, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry claimed: “perfection is achieved when there is nothing left to remove.”
Mermont’s inaugural timepiece, “La Parfaite” (Fr. “the perfect one”) follows the poet’s direction: it focuses on what is truly necessary with its finely crafted “solo hour hand”.
Regulated to the highest standard with a deliberately approximate display, La Parfaite is conceived to offer a different timekeeping experience: free of haste, without abandoning its core functionality.”
Celebrate the Moment(s).
La Parfaite is a study in restraint with a devotion to the horological craft. An object that single handedly captures the essence of timekeeping.
Assembled in Geneva in limited quantities, Mermont watches speak to enthusiasts who appreciate quiet horological substance over hype and spectacle.
A true masterpiece of unprecedented shape and volume, La Parfaite’s “solo hand” visually slows down the passage of time, letting its wearer fully enjoy the moment. It is hand polished by Nicolas Delaloye using traditional techniques.
Designed for spectacular interactions with light and everchanging tones, La Parfaite’s dial uses a rarely seen “colimaçon” sunburst finishing. Its unique blue hue is achieved “à l’ancienne” using coloured pigments mixed with Zapon varnish.
La Parfaite’s case perfectly blends iconic design traits with modern flair. Platinum and tantalum offer a luxurious “on-the-wrist” experience without ever attracting unwanted attention. The 38mm diameter guarantees a perfect fit on any wrist.
Nicolas Delaloye’s watchmaking pedigree is difficult to overstate, from his work in the world’s most important watchmaking museum to the creation of his own exceptional timepieces. Each Mermont watch is finished, assembled, regulated, and controlled by “le maître horloger”, Mr Delaloye himself.
Master watchmaker Nicolas Delaloye entered the Ecole d’Horlogerie de Geneve in 1987. He then worked for some of the most prestigious brands before creating his own manufacture.
His expertise, built through decades of fine watchmaking experience, brings depth and authenticity to each Mermont watch. In a sea of mass produced « consumer goods », a watch slowly assembled by a master watchmaker has a rare quality.
Specifications
- • Dimensions: 38mm*9.2mm
• Platinum (Pt950) case and buckle with stamped hallmark /
• Tantalum case back. Black polished, heat-treated steel solo hand
• “Colimaçon” sunburst dial coated with Zapon
• Sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating
• Textile strap, 20mm*16mm
• Caliber: Lajoux-Perret D101, “finition soignée”, finely regulated by N.Delaloye
• Power reserve: 50h
• Water resistance: 30 meters
• Swiss made, hand finished, assembled and regulated in Geneva by N.Delaloye