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Greubel Forsey has unveiled the Hand Made 2: the ultimate expression of true hand watchmaking. No less than 96% of the components of this creation – whether visible or not – have been created, decorated and assembled by hand with unprecedented rigour. More than 5,000 hours were required to produce this 40.9mm timepiece. All the components, except for five – sapphire crystal, case gaskets, spring bars, barrel spring and most of the jewels – are hand-crafted using traditional tools such as a precision lathe, a jig borer, or a pantograph.
A major milestone of the Hand Made 2 is the creation of a handcrafted conical jewel for the power-reserve indicator, advancing handcraftsmanship even further. The Hand Made 2 combines 18th-century elegance with Greubel Forsey’s signature modern innovation. The barrel and balance bridges create remarkable harmony, each enhanced by five artisanal finishes: frosted, black-polished, straight-grained, polished flanks and bevels, and the polished chamfers accented by olive-domed jewels set in gold chatons.
The hand-frosted German silver contrasts with the Grand Feu enamel dials for the hours, small seconds and power reserve. Blued steel hands, deep red rubies, golden reflections of wheels and barrels, and the bright edges of polished steel bridges bring a vibrant chromatic depth to every component. Beneath a thin bezel, the architectural movement opens up to the observer, offering a unique perspective throughout the timepiece.
Each year, Greubel Forsey’s Hand Made workshop can complete only two to three Hand Made 2 timepieces.
March 20, 2025