Watch the impressive manufacture of the 'most complex clock in the world'

Swiss manufacturer Patek Philippe is one of the leading references in luxury watches. But the articles developed by the exquisite company are not only ranked in the most expensive accessories in the world (see list here). The Grandmaster Chime 5175R model has been considered "the most complicated wristwatch of families and watch companies ever made and also one of the most elaborate watches in the world".

The play, valued at $ 2.5 million, commemorates the company's 175th anniversary. The planning of the clock took seven years to complete; The production of parts and assembly took two years. Grandmaster Chime is a two-sided clock: one of them displays the time; the other is the date.

Watch the impressive manufacture of the 'most complex clock in the world'

Watch the impressive manufacture of the 'most complex clock in the world'

Watch the impressive manufacture of the 'most complex clock in the world'

The double-sided watch has a diameter of 47 millimeters and has 20 “complications” that accommodate a total of four wind drums. Minute repeater, calendar, four digit year display and second time zone are some of the functions of the model. But the differential has two components of the article: an audible alarm and another alert for scheduled dates draw attention on the 5175R watch.

Powered by 1, 366 pieces and with 18 carat gold bezel, the accessory also impresses with its form of manufacture. The video above depicts the entire manufacturing process of this Grandmaster Chime model. In just over 10 minutes, nine years of development can be followed. Thorough component cutting and fitting techniques seem to justify the salty price, don't they?

Via TecMundo