Louis Vuitton Escale Worldtime Minute Repeater: Exceptional Craftsmanship
The Louis Vuitton Escale Worldtime Minute Repeater is the latest marvel from Louis Vuitton, combining the intricate worldtime complication with the delicate minute repeater function. Inspired by the colorful stripes, city abbreviations, and family crests on Louis Vuitton trunks, the dial is hand-painted using miniature oil painting techniques at La Fabrique du Temps, employing 38 distinct colors and subtle bas-relief effects.
The watch displays world time through three rotating rings: the outer two rings for world time, the third ring for 24-hour time, and the innermost ring for minutes. A yellow pointer at 12 o’clock shows the current time, while the minute repeater, activated via the lug at 7 o’clock, chimes the home time rather than local time—a unique and practical feature for international travelers.
Powering this watch is the in-house LV 235 manual-winding movement, offering up to 100 hours of power reserve. The 44 mm rose gold case, only 11.75 mm thick, features LV trunk rivet details, a grey crocodile leather strap, and 30-meter water resistance. This masterpiece demonstrates Louis Vuitton’s dedication to haute horlogerie, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern watchmaking innovation.
Limited edition, the Louis Vuitton Escale Worldtime Minute Repeater is a perfect addition for collectors seeking both artistry and technical excellence in a single timepiece.
Specifications: Rose gold case, 44 mm diameter, 11.75 mm thickness, sapphire crystal, hand-painted miniature dial, LV 235 manual-winding movement, 31 jewels, 21,600 vph, 100-hour power reserve, alligator leather strap, rose gold folding clasp, water-resistant 30 meters.
Complications: Minute repeater, world time.
