The Virtuoso XI

Overview

It stands to reason that skeletonized timepieces particularly appeal, for they put all the mechanical complexity on full display. In the 22 years since Mr. Pascal Raffy took the helm of BOVET, he has insisted on making sure the movement is visible, its high watchmaking pedigree open to be admired, while at the same time reinforcing the House’s commitment to the decorative arts.

Given this focus on mechanical artistry, it might seem a bit surprising that the new Virtuoso XI is the very first full skeleton timepiece the House has ever introduced.

And what a skeleton it is.Signature BOVET Fleurier case with the bow at 12 o’clock

Every plate, bridge and other surface fully hand-engraved on both sides

Patented spherical rewinding system

Patented double-sided flying tourbillon

80+ hours to engrave the movement and trademarked Writing Slope case