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Galet Square Only Watch 2015
For Only Watch 2015, independent brand Laurent Ferrier has created a unique version of its latest model – the Galet Square. Fitted with an unprecedented two-tone silvered sector dial typical of the late 1930s, a combination of vertical and circular brushed finishing gives the dial a harmonious variety of shades and textures. In place of the dial spot traditionally reserved for the word "Swiss" at 6 o’clock, it’s inscribed "Only Watch 2015" to emphasize the watch’s singularity.
Time is indicated via ruthenium-coated 18k gold "assegai-shaped" hour and minute hands, while the subsidiary dial with snailed small seconds was created with a baton shaped hand. The Galet Square's cushion-shaped stainless steel case is reinterpreted with unique, straight lugs enriched with gold half spheres.
The FBN caliber 229.01 automatic micro-rotor movement is comprised of 186 parts, and is regulated by a "echappement naturel". To compliment the blue dial accents, #laurentferrier completed this watch with a blue leather strap and stainless steel buckle. To be sold during Only Watch's charity auction on 7 November 2015, all funds raised will benefit research for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.