Released in 2021, the Roman Gauthier Continuum First Edition is a contemporary addition to the watchmaker's collection, while retaining Gauthier's signature finishing techniques and beautifully decorated parts. A limited number of just 28 pieces were made, making this a special addition to any independent watchmaking collection.
Launched in 2005, Romain Gauthier has distinguished itself as an independent brand that is rooted in tradition, yet is unafraid to explore new frontiers, especially with assymmetrical displays. With complicated masterpieces such as the Logical One and unusual pieces like the Prestige HMS and Insight Micro-Rotor, Gauthier's ambition and design are decidedly different from other independent watchmakers.
The name of this example, "Continuum", suggests an evolution in Gauthier's work, continually moving forward. The faceted titanium case features bevelled angles, and when the light catches both brushed and polished surfaces, it produces an especially striking effect. The lugs of the case are angled downwards to allow for the deep grey rubber strap to sit seamlessly on the wrist.
The dial is also completely constructed from titanium, and is slightly off-centre. To complete this asymmetry, the hour indices and the small seconds' intervals are also marked by red lines of varying length. A hacking seconds mechanism allows for more accurate time-setting. White-gold hands are filled with SuperLumiNova, for enhanced legibility.
The watch is powered by an in-house developed calibre, which is horizontally constructed, and continues the theme of modern creation. A mixture of sandblasted bridges and hand hammered surfaces can be seen, alongside more traditional straight grained techniques. The finger-style bridges are a historical tribute to the style typically found in the Vallee de Joux, flowing delicately over the gears and balance wheel below.
If sold within the United Kingdom, this Romain Gauthier Continuum First Edition will be subject to 20% VAT
Closer look
| Brand: | Romain Gauthier |
| Model: | Continuum First Edition |
| Movement: | manual-windingin-house calibre |
| Functions: | hours, minutes, sub-seconds |
| Features: | sandblasted titanium dial, 60 hour power reserve, offset crown with a red rubber ring, 18k white gold hands and applied indices with Super-LumiNova, display back |
| Case material: | titanium |
| Case diameter: | 41mm |
| Crystal: | sapphire front & back |
| Strap: | Romain Gauthier textured grey rubber strap, Romain Gauthier engraved titanium pin buckle |
| Lug width: | 21 x 18mm |
| Year: | c. 2021 |
| Accompanying materials: | Romain Gauthier outer card box and inner black wooden box, dust cloth, polishing cloth, Owners manual and warranty, signed and stamped |
Condition
This Romain Gauthier Continuum First Edition is in excellent condition throughout. The case and lugs show virtually no signs of wear, having likely been worn on only a handful of occasions. The dial, hands, and movement are free from any signs of imperfection.
Warranty
The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
