Chopard L.U.C Lunar One Perpetual Calendar 161894, Black and Silver Guilloché Dial, Platinum

Opening Context
Within Chopard’s modern watchmaking story, the L.U.C collection represents the brand’s most ambitious mechanical work. Named after founder Louis-Ulysse Chopard, the line was created to showcase fully integrated manufacture movements and traditional finishing standards associated with high horology. The L.U.C Lunar One stands as one of the collection’s most complete complications—a perpetual calendar paired with a precision astronomical moonphase, presented through the refined design language that defines L.U.C watches.

Why This Reference Matters
The reference 161894 is notable both for its mechanics and its visual execution. The dial combines black and silver guilloché surfaces, creating depth while organizing the perpetual calendar indications with clarity. A large date sits prominently at 12, balanced by the day and 24-hour subdial at 9 and the month with leap year display at 3. At 6 o’clock, a highly precise moonphase integrates with the small seconds display. Inside, the automatic calibre L.U.C 96.13-L features Chopard’s micro-rotor architecture and twin-barrel “Twin” technology, providing approximately 65 hours of power reserve while maintaining a relatively slim profile. This platinum version was produced as a limited series of 250 pieces, reinforcing its position within the upper tier of the L.U.C collection.

On the Wrist
At 40.5mm in platinum, the Lunar One carries substantial presence, though the curved lugs and balanced dial help keep the watch comfortable. Platinum lends a quiet density that is felt immediately when worn. The interplay between the black guilloché center and silver chapter areas adds visual richness without compromising legibility. Paired with a black leather strap and platinum deployant clasp, the watch feels appropriately formal for a complication of this level while remaining wearable day to day.

Condition & Transparency
This example features a 40.5mm platinum case with black and silver guilloché dial, applied Roman numerals, large date at 12 o’clock, day and 24-hour subdial at 9, month and leap year subdial at 3, and moonphase with small seconds at 6. It is fitted to a black leather strap secured by a platinum deployant clasp. The automatic Chopard calibre L.U.C 96.13-L provides approximately 65 hours of power reserve. As always, details regarding condition, service history, and set completeness are communicated clearly based solely on confirmed information.

Why It Belongs in a Collection
The L.U.C Lunar One appeals to collectors who value high complication from a manufacture operating slightly outside the traditional Geneva hierarchy. It combines perpetual calendar functionality with Chopard’s signature micro-rotor movement architecture and strong finishing standards. For those building a collection around thoughtful engineering and independent manufacture identity, it represents a compelling alternative to more commonly seen perpetual calendars.

Closing
The L.U.C Lunar One 161894 demonstrates Chopard’s ability to bring technical ambition and classical aesthetics together in a single watch. In platinum with a layered guilloché dial and micro-rotor perpetual calendar movement, it stands as a confident expression of the brand’s modern haute horlogerie.

Specifications

• Case Size: 40.5mm
  
• Case Material: Platinum
  
• Dial: Black and Silver Guilloché Dial with Applied Roman Numerals, Big Date at 12, Day and 24-Hour Subdial at 9, Month and Leap Year Subdial at 3, Moon Phase with Small Seconds at 6
  
• Strap: Black Leather Strap with Platinum Deployant Clasp
  
• Power Reserve: Approx. 65 Hours
  
• Movement: Automatic (Calibre L.U.C 96.13-L)

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