Launched in 2012, the Jaquet Droz Astrale Grande Heure Onyx ref. J025030270 embodies minimalist elegance with its distinctive single-hand design. Boasting a 43mm polished stainless steel case that houses its jet-black onyx stone dial, it showcases Jaquet Droz’ meticulous attention to detail and novel approach to watchmaking throughout its construction. This dial features white printed Arabic numerals marking a 24-hour scale, allowing the solitary rhodium-finished hour hand to complete one full rotation per day, offering a unique interpretation of time-telling that only roughly displays the time. Powered by the automatic Jaquet Droz cal. 24JD53 movement, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, comprising 28 jewels, and providing an approximate 68-hour power reserve, the Astrale is mechanically impressive as one would expect from the storied watchmaker. A black alligator leather strap with a stainless steel pin buckle complements the watch, making it an ideal dress watch. The Grande Heure Onyx exemplifies Jaquet Droz' commitment to blending artistic design with technical precision and a unique style of watchmaking that has come to represent the brand and its sense of design and functionality.

Reflecting Jaquet Droz' craftsmanship and unique watchmaking philosophy, the Astrale utilizes a large modern stainless steel case design and a novel time-telling method to create a contemporary timepiece that still feels classical and well-balanced.