The Berthoud watch, by Mathieu Blanchard, is freely designed inspired by the most prodigious watchmakers the field has ever known. This model is thus named in homage to Ferdinand Bethoud: a manufacturer of chronometers who made history with his fabulous creations, particularly his marine clocks that, in the 18th century, guided the ships of the kings of France towards new horizons.
- Case: 43 mm in diameter
- Metal: brushed stainless steel
- Wood type: walnut
- Sapphire glass virtually scratch-resistant
- Movement: Japanese quartz movement
- Buckle type: deployant clasp
- Strap width: 22 mm
- Battery: SR920SW
- Other: equipped with a functional chronograph and a day/night dial
The grain of the wood, like a fingerprint, is unique, making each watch completely different. Each watch is crafted with great care, so that it is a unique masterpiece. Take it to another level and make the experience even more special with a personalized engraving, engraved on the back of the watch.
The durability of a product mainly depends on its materials. For the Mathieu Blanchard Signature watches, we use materials that are durable over time.
For the glass, we use sapphire glass: It is the most commonly used glass on today's high-end watches. Sapphire glass is 10 times harder than mineral glass and 4 times harder than acrylic glass. It is virtually impossible to scratch except by diamond, which is even harder. This glass is laboratory-made.
For the watch cases and straps, we have made enormous efforts to produce using sustainable materials such as natural wood, sourced sustainably, and matte-finished stainless steel. This finish allows for visual durability, as wear over time is much less noticeable than when polished.
Loving nature, it is often a source of calm, comfort, and often the starting point of our jewelry & accessories collections. We are proud to offer watches made from noble and sustainable materials. Our main material is wood, which has a significant environmental advantage over other comparable materials: low carbon emissions during the production process and the biodegradable nature of the materials.
Our watches are handmade with great precision, by a team with extensive experience. Each watch is naturally unique and made with real wood such as walnut and oak (from whiskey barrels).