The Layout. I’ve always enjoyed the simplicity offered by a Regulator’s dial. Each hand is given its own little corner - supposedly making reading the time faster and easier. That’s the beauty of a Regulator. As there’s no zonal overlap between the hands, your brain can read the shape of the dial instantly, without any risk of confusing an hour hand with a minute hand.
The Man. Louis Erard is perhaps most commonly known for its bold partnership with Alain Silberstein.They created one hell of a watch, and I personally suspect will age incredibly well with collectors. But the Louis Erard on offer today is a solo effort, which makes it interesting to view as a pre-collaboration palate cleanser. The differences are immediately obvious.
The Hands. Gone are the explosive primary colours, instead replaced with a high-contrast colour palette that prioritises clarity. And to further reinforce the Regulator layout, not only have the hands been physically separated but each one also has its own visual identity:
The hour reveals itself through a recessed semicircle
The second hand is shown against a classic sector subdial
The power reserve utilises an open disc display
And the minute hand is… just a minute hand
The Design. Thanks to the varying textures and shapes, the results are surprisingly playful for a black and white watch. And perhaps that’s the real appeal of Louis Erard - even before the Silberstein collaborations, the brand knew exactly how to make traditional complications feel visually engaging.
Specifications:
Condition: In great condition overall. No marks of any real significance, other than some light marks on the caseback. Full box and papers.
All of our watches are inspected and verified for authenticity - both inside and out. We have over 15 years of sourcing and collecting rare watches in Japan, which is often considered to be one of the best markets for authentic and fully original vintage watches.
Do you ship globally?
We are based in Japan and regularly ship all over the world. We typically use FedEx and it takes:
3-7 business days to reach North America
3-7 business days to reach Europe
3-7 business days to reach Asia and Oceania.
All of our packages are securely shipped, fully insured, and trackable door-to-door.
Are all of your watches serviced?
Most but not all of our watches are serviced. The "Condition" section of each watch will confirm if the watch has been serviced.
All of our watches are tested by an independent watchmaker - if a service is needed, the watch will be serviced. If a service hasn't been conducted, it's because the watch itself is too new to need a service, or there is evidence of a recent service.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept payment by all major Credit Cards and Wise.com
What condition are your watches?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of the watches we typically sell, the condition varies from watch to watch. However, our photos are high resolution and our descriptions are accurate. You can buy with confidence knowing there won't be any nasty surprises.
If the condition of a watch is ever misrepresented, we would offer a full refund.
Do I have to pay customs or taxes?
It depends on so many factors, including but not limited to the cost of the watch, the type of watch you've bought (vintage or new), and the import laws of your country. If you're unsure we recommend checking the import laws that relate to your country before ordering.
Are your watches water resistant?
Our serviced watches are typically tested to their original water resistant specifications, but we would never recommend pushing vintage or neo-vintage watches to their depth limits.
What is your returns policy?
Due to the vintage and neo-vintage nature of most of our watches, we do not offer returns under normal circumstances. All sales should be considered final.
