Launched in 1996, Chopard’s L.U.C. segment (named after Chopard's founder) was set up to commemorate Chopard's heritage as a high-precision movement manufacturer. Perhaps the ultimate expression of Chopard's watchmaking prowess, watches produced by L.U.C. include some of the most laboriously produced movements to come from Switzerland. The processes used to produce these movements include delicate hand finishing, accurate assembly, tedious testing, and careful casing. In 2004, Chopard and Parmigiani Fleurier even came together to create a certification to attest that 100% of a watch head was made in Switzerland, an attempt to combat the Swiss Government's lackluster definition of "Swiss Made” whereby only 60% of the value of a watch has to come from Switzerland. Ever since its inception, Chopard’s L.U.C. timepieces have become celebrated pieces of horology, and this limited edition 16/1860 of only 1860 pieces is no different with its beautiful salmon dial, stunning movement, and wonderfully classical 37mm x 10mm 18kt white gold case. A dress watch in style, but far more than that, this timepiece boasts a date aperture set within its seconds subdial at 6 o’clock that introduces some silver to the dial as a fanciful flourish that builds upon its understated aesthetic.

Still a relatively unearthed secret from within neo-vintage watch collecting, the L.U.C. 16/1860 showcases the very best that Chopard has to offer thanks to its elegant dial, luxurious construction and impressive movement.