Experience Timeless Elegance: The Heritage Atelier Chronograph Bleu-sur-Blanc, Where Artistry Meets Precision.
The Evolution of Elegance: Expanding the Atelier Collection with Exquisite Craftsmanship
Building upon the acclaimed enamel-dial Coquille d'œuf, the Dutch watchmaker Lebois & Co proudly introduces the Heritage Chronograph Bleu-sur-Blanc. This latest offering enriches the brand's distinguished Atelier sub-collection, maintaining its core philosophy: to enhance the established Heritage Chronograph platform through the meticulous application of traditional dial-making techniques, culminating in a timepiece of remarkable visual and mechanical sophistication.
A Legacy of Design: The Enduring Case Architecture of the Atelier Series
The case design of this new Heritage Atelier Chronograph remains consistent with previous models from the Lebois & Co Atelier series. Expertly crafted from stainless steel, it boasts a refined diameter of 39mm, a height of 14.3mm (inclusive of its double-domed sapphire crystal), and a more svelte 10.9mm without the crystal, with a lug-to-lug measurement of 47.35mm. The finishing exhibits a sophisticated interplay of brushed surfaces and polished accents, complemented by classic pump pushers and a finely knurled crown. This robust construction ensures a water resistance of 50 meters, affirming its durability and functional elegance.
Artistry on the Wrist: The Grand Feu Enamel Dial's Distinctive Charm
At the heart of the Heritage Atelier Chronograph Bleu-sur-Blanc lies its captivating Grand Feu enamel dial, meticulously produced by the renowned Donzé Cadrans. This intricate dial features a three-piece construction, comprising a subtly domed main plate and precisely recessed sub-dials. The primary hue is a warm, almost off-white eggshell tone, providing a perfect canvas for the deep blue chronograph registers and the outer periphery's scale. This creates a striking and harmonious "blue on white" visual composition. A notable feature of this timepiece is its decimal scale, which divides each minute into 100 units, allowing for elapsed time to be read in a decimal format—a system historically valued in industrial and scientific applications. The dial's classic leaf-shaped hands and elegant Breguet-type numerals contribute to its timeless appeal.
Precision Engineering: The Hand-Wound Calibre LC-450 and Its Exquisite Finish
Driving this remarkable watch is the hand-wound calibre LC-450, a movement masterfully developed by La Joux-Perret. While rooted in the robust Valjoux 7750 architecture, it has been significantly re-engineered to incorporate a column wheel, delivering a more precise and tactile chronograph operation. The movement oscillates at 28,800 vibrations per hour and provides a generous 60-hour power reserve. Its finishing adheres to the high standards set by previous models, featuring visible Côtes de Genève and perlage, alongside a blued column wheel, all viewable through the sapphire caseback. The watch is elegantly presented on a leather strap secured with a pin buckle, featuring a 20mm lug width and convenient quick-release spring bars. In line with the Atelier concept, production is not a fixed-numbered series but rather limited to pieces crafted exclusively during the year 2026.
Anticipated Debut and Availability: A Collector's Opportunity
The eagerly awaited Heritage Atelier Chronograph ‘Bleu sur Blanc’ is scheduled for its official presentation at Time to Watches 2026. Pre-orders will commence in mid-April of the same year, with deliveries expected to begin in October. The pricing for this exceptional timepiece is set at EUR 9,800, mirroring the cost of the preceding enamel Atelier edition. This limited production offering underscores its exclusivity and appeal to discerning collectors. Further details can be found on the official Lebois & Co website.
Technical Prowess: Detailed Specifications of the Lebois & Co Heritage Atelier Chronograph Bleu-sur-Blanc
The Lebois & Co Heritage Atelier Chronograph Bleu-sur-Blanc boasts impressive technical specifications. Its stainless steel case measures 39mm in diameter and 14.3mm in thickness (10.9mm without the crystal), with a lug-to-lug distance of 47.35mm. The case features both brushed and polished finishes and is protected by a double-domed sapphire crystal, offering 50m water resistance. The three-piece Grand Feu enamel dial, with its off-white domed main plate and deep blue recessed registers, includes a decimal scale, leaf-shaped hands, and Breguet-type numerals. Powering the watch is the manual-winding column-wheel chronograph calibre LC-450 by La Joux-Perret, featuring 24 jewels, a frequency of 28,800vph, and a 60-hour power reserve. This movement displays central hours and minutes, small seconds, and a chronograph with central seconds and a 30-minute counter, all adorned with a blued column wheel, Côtes de Genève, and perlage. The timepiece is fitted with a leather strap with a pin buckle, 20mm lug width, and quick-release spring bars. Availability is limited to production in 2026, with orders opening in April and deliveries from October, priced at EUR 9,800 / USD 11,950.