Showing at WatchTime New York 2019: Kerbedanz Maximus
Returning to WatchTime New York this year is the Swiss haute horologist Kerbedanz. For 2019, the Neuchâtel-based brand will be presenting one of its most famous timepieces: the Maximus. The Maximus was first introduced in 2017 with the tagline, ?There is no greater than Maximus,? and it backed up that statement by claiming the largest tourbillon movement inside any wristwatch. And it?s true ? with a cage diameter of 27 mm, the Maximus? tourbillon is indeed immense. Further complemented by its large caseback with gold features, the Maximus undoubtedly stands out in a crowd.
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The Maximus is limited to 99 editions, and is produced with either a titanium, gold, or platinum case at a diameter of 49 mm. The case is stylistically modern, with a partially fluted side, and a large crown toward the 2 o?clock position. Underneath the sapphire domed crystal protecting the face, you?ll find large, applied gold hour markers outlining the complex and mutlilayered dial. Indicating the time are two uniquely shaped hands for the hour and minute, both centrally moved by the giant, flying tourbillon movement. Towards the top of the watch, the logo loudly proclaims ?Maximus.?
The in-house developed Caliber KRB-08 movement of the piece is clearly its highlight, and in creating the massive mechanism Kerbedanz had to reimagine and redevelop the entire construction of a tourbillon. This was partly accomplished by using titanium for the tourbillon cage, which is a significantly lighter material ...
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