The young Swiss watchmaker Bianchet continues its development with a new interpretation of its Rotondo UltraFino collection. This creation marks a new step for a brand seeking to establish its vision alongside the established names of haute horlogerie. Behind this timepiece lies an approach where mechanical expertise meets a constant search for balance between innovation and tradition.
A rose gold case that preserves Bianchet’s sporty DNA
The Rotondo UltraFino Rose Gold retains the rounded lines that define the collection while adopting a more luxurious presence. Its 18-carat rose gold case measures 39.5 mm in diameter and has a thickness of only 8.9 mm, an impressive level of slimness for an automatic watch equipped with a flying tourbillon.
The surfaces alternate between satin finishes and polished bevels, creating plays of light that highlight the carefully crafted geometry of the case. Bianchet remains faithful to its “Form Above All” principle, a philosophy in which architectural shapes occupy a central role in the watch’s design.
Beneath the bezel, a black rubber gasket provides a visual contrast with the rose gold and recalls the collection’s technical inspiration. The watch maintains water resistance up to 100 meters as well as a claimed 5,000G shock resistance, specifications that are uncommon in this category of timepiece.
The main version combines an integrated 18-carat rose gold bracelet with an additional black rubber strap. Bianchet also offers a configuration with black and white rubber straps. The quick-change system allows the appearance of the watch to be modified within seconds.
An open-worked dial that turns mechanics into a permanent spectacle
Like the first versions of the Rotondo UltraFino, this model features a skeletonized dial revealing the architecture of the movement. The absence of a solid dial surface places the mechanics at the center of the visual experience.
The barrel positioned at 12 o’clock balances the presence of the flying tourbillon located at 6 o’clock. This arrangement creates a symmetrical display and gives the movement a genuine aesthetic role. Applied indexes and faceted hands ensure good readability without hiding the components visible beneath the dial.
The finishing details contribute to the identity of the piece. The movement’s volumes, bridges, and moving elements create a mechanical scene where each component appears to contribute to the overall design of the watch.
The UR01 calibre, a flying tourbillon developed by Bianchet
At the heart of the Rotondo UltraFino Rose Gold is the automatic UR01 calibre, a movement developed in-house for the collection. This mechanism, measuring only 3.85 mm thick, demonstrates Bianchet’s ambition to create a slim watch without giving up complex horological functions.
The movement incorporates a one-minute flying tourbillon, whose titanium cage completes a full rotation every sixty seconds. Unlike a traditional tourbillon, this construction does not rely on a visible upper bridge, reinforcing the impression of lightness when the cage is in motion.
The UR01 calibre operates at a frequency of 21,600 vibrations per hour and offers a 60-hour power reserve. It consists of 225 components, including 29 jewels, with titanium bridges featuring a black PVD treatment.
This dark finish creates a contrast with the rose gold oscillating weight and highlights the visible elements seen through the open-worked dial or the transparent sapphire crystal case back. The movement displays hours, minutes, and small seconds integrated into the tourbillon.
An exclusive timepiece available from 85,500 Swiss francs
The Bianchet Rotondo UltraFino Rose Gold is available directly from the Swiss brand. Customers can choose between several configurations depending on their preference for a precious bracelet or a more sporty approach.
The version fitted with a rubber strap is priced at 85,500 CHF excluding taxes. The model equipped with the integrated rose gold bracelet reaches 119,500 CHF excluding taxes.
With this new creation, Bianchet continues to strengthen its position in the world of independent haute horlogerie. The Rotondo UltraFino Rose Gold reflects the brand’s strategy: offering recognizable timepieces, equipped with internally developed mechanics, and aimed at collectors looking for an alternative to historic watchmaking houses.