Finally, starting this 2017Frederique Constantoffers its watches equipped with the caliberFlyback Chronograph Manufacturerat a retail price, an unusual offer for a watch equipped with the FC-760 complication.
With the Flyback chronographs of the 1930s as a source of inspiration, not only does it have the ability to measure time during a specific interval, the user can use it on multiple occasions without having to reset it again and again, something very useful for timing in racing competitions.
It is equipped with the characteristic column wheel that allows controlling the start, stop and reset functions. In this edition ofFlyback Chronograph ManufactureThis wheel is not standard, but rather star-shaped, which makes it run with remarkable smoothness
Its new FC-760 movement is innovative and very reliable, and is the result of the effort and professionalism of the experts atFrederique Constant, who have worked for more than 6 years on its development. It is a very powerful modular type movement, made up of 233 components (of which only 96 correspond to the Flyback module) and equipped with a rotor that rotates in both directions and a power reserve of 38 hours.
Another of its novelties is the design of the clutch, since its creators have created a new type of oscillating component that has two toothed pinions and connects the power supply of the watch with the movement when pressing the button, achieving spectacular results in starting and stopping the chronograph.
Another unique detail in the manufacturing of this movement is the integration of an instantaneous flyback system that sets in motion an extremely complex sequence: pressing the button just once starts the stopwatch from zero. Then, the button located at 4 o'clock and its associated mechanism initiate three actions that are carried out quickly one after another: first the clutch is disengaged; The chronograph is then reset to zero using a one-piece hammer, the inclined surfaces of which rotate the reset hearts so that the hands are once again positioned vertically, and finally the clutch is engaged again when the button is released. A complex system that reveals its high level of reliability.
As you see, theFlyback Chronograph Manufactureby Frederique Constant has the unmistakable basic characteristics of the brand's watches. A collection that comes in two main versions, one with a smooth silver or dark gray dial and another with a more classic appearance, with a silver dial with “Clous de Paris” guilloché decoration, large black printed Roman numerals and Breguet-style hands.
Both versions are available in stainless steel or rose gold-plated stainless steel. The 30-minute, manual date and small seconds counters are located at 3, 6 and 9 o'clock, respectively. As hallmarks of a Manufacture movement, the new FC-760 has pearlescent decorations and “Côtes de Genève” visible through the transparent case back.
And all this, for the first time for less than 4000 euros. Will you be able to resist?
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