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"Hour Favourites" by Lorenzo Franchi from Bucherer Geneva
At Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned, our in-house experts encounter remarkable timepieces every day. In Hour Favourites, we invite them to share personal highlights: watches recognised for their design, heritage, or horological significance. Each has been carefully selected, authenticated, and serviced to meet the high standards of the Bucherer Certified Pre-Owned programme.
Lorenzo Franchi, Client Advisor for Haute Horlogerie at our Geneva boutique on Rue du Rhône 45, pairs deep industry knowledge with a refined eye for craftsmanship. He curates exceptional timepieces and works closely with collectors and trusted international partners, guiding connoisseurs with expertise and care through Bucherer’s most exclusive offerings.
For Hour Favourites, Lorenzo presents a selection that spans different eras and styles, from iconic classics to understated rarities. Each piece has been chosen for its technical merit, distinctive character, and lasting appeal.
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Openworked Skeleton Perpetual Calendar
"At 39 mm, this Royal Oak 'Jumbo' Perpetual Calendar feels instantly iconic, especially as part of the C-series, the first to feature this complication," Lorenzo notes. "Launched in 1983 and powered by the skeletonised Calibre 2120/2800, it reveals a mesmerising view of the movement's architecture. With only 264 made, just 126 in yellow gold, and a C-series–exclusive security clasp, it radiates AP's signature elegance and complexity – a watch that truly captivates every time you put it on."
H. Moser & Cie. Endeavour Small Seconds
"This 39 mm Endeavour in rose gold brings together all the elements that define H. Moser & Cie.," says Lorenzo. "The sculptural case with concave sapphire glass, the captivating smoked brown fumé dial, and the in-house manual movement with a three-day power reserve make it both elegant and distinctive. The open caseback offers a view of the movement, while the brown kudu strap adds warm character. With fewer than 3,000 watches produced per year, this model carries genuine rarity, giving this minimalist design an unmistakable presence on the wrist."
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak
"This 36 mm Royal Oak stands out immediately for its use of tantalum and rose gold," Lorenzo notes. "The contrast between the warmth of 18K rose gold and the cool, blue-grey tones of tantalum gives it a distinctive character. Introduced in 1992 and powered by the reliable Calibre 2125, it also features a Gay Frères bracelet, adding to its charm. With around 5,000 to 10,000 pieces made across 40 configurations, the 14790 reference remains notably rare."
Rolex Day-Date 36
"Rolex reintroduced the Day-Date 36 on alligator leather straps in 2013 – like this reference 118135 in warm Everose gold – creating a refreshing twist on the model's heritage. It was produced only until around 2018/2019 before Rolex returned to the traditional President bracelet. I love how this version breaks from tradition just enough to feel special, offering versatility through interchangeable straps while still carrying the unmistakable elegance and history of the Day-Date."
