The HAUTLENCE Linear Series 3 represents a sophisticated advancement in contemporary watchmaking, combining intricate engineering with innovative design. Dressed in a striking red hue, this timepiece utilises a linear retrograde jumping hour display to redefine conventional perceptions of time presentation. Crafted with precision in Neuhausen am Rheinfall, Switzerland, the watch highlights HAUTLENCE’s commitment to creating distinctive timepieces that challenge traditional horological norms.
The dial of the Linear Series 3 is an elaborate construction of multiple layers, each serving a unique function in the watch’s overall mechanism. The standout feature is its graduated scale on the left, reminiscent of precision measuring instruments, where the hours are indicated by a slender linkage akin to that originally seen in HAUTLENCE’s first calibre, the HL. As time progresses, a small pointer travels along this scale. Following the twelfth hour, a disengaging mechanism allows the linkage to snap back to the start, embodying the linear retrograde jumping hour function. Complementing this complex system, the additional tinted sapphire dial presents the minute numerals, partially revealing the underlying movement. This is further enhanced by the exposed minute cam, linked integrally to the minute hand, which completes one cycle every hour.
At the heart of the Linear Series 3 lies the calibre D50, an in-house developed self-winding mechanical movement, distinguished by its collaboration with Agenhor. Comprising 239 components and operating at a frequency of 3 Hertz, the movement boasts a robust power reserve of 72 hours. The inclusion of a flying tourbillon at the six o’clock position is a testament to HAUTLENCE’s dedication to mechanical innovation, adding both visual intrigue and enhanced accuracy to the timekeeping experience. The design of the oscillating weight also echoes the brand’s iconic Möbius movement, reinforcing its commitment to intricate engineering artistry.
The case of the Linear Series 3, constructed from satin-finished and polished steel, ensures water resistance up to 10 ATM while exuding durability and resilience. Its sides are adorned with reliefs that contribute to the case’s dynamic and volumetric profile, integral to HAUTLENCE’s unique design ethos. The notched crown, featuring a red rubber ring, provides both functional ease and aesthetic continuity with the red rubber strap. A bevelled, extra-hard rectangular sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment safeguards the dial, seamlessly blending durability with clarity. Additionally, the case back, engraved with the HAUTLENCE logo and water resistance specifications, utilises sapphire crystal to offer a view into the movement’s workings.
The Linear Series 3 integrates HAUTLENCE‘s distinctive brand identity with state-of-the-art mechanical solutions. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it stands as a testament to the brand’s ability to push the boundaries of traditional horology by integrating methods that transcend conventional time display techniques. The timepiece not only preserves HAUTLENCE’s dedication to quality and innovation but also marks a pivotal development in its exploration of time as an experiential dimension, merging functionality with artistic craftsmanship.
