Louis Moinet 1806

Louis Moinet is remembered as one of the great visionaries of horology, devoting his life to the pursuit of absolute precision. His invention of the world’s first chronograph, capable of reaching an astonishing 30 Hz, set new standards for time measurement and laid the foundation for modern chronometry. As president of the Chronometric Society of Paris, he united scientists and watchmakers in a shared mission for accuracy. His legacy endures in the 1806, a chronometer certified by the Geneva Astronomical Observatory, linking today’s fine watchmaking with centuries of astronomical research and scientific discovery.

The new Louis Moinet 1806 Chronomètre d’Observatoire carries forward that tradition of uncompromising accuracy. Each movement undergoes fifteen days of rigorous testing in multiple positions and temperature variations to earn the prestigious observatory certification. Its Directoire-style titanium case combines classical inspiration with modern refinement, while the rhodium-plated dial, enhanced with satin and bead-blasted textures, offers clarity and depth. Blued steel openworked hands, luminous tips, and a ruby-set barrel add technical beauty and practicality. Through the sapphire caseback, the gilded rotor and engraved symbols of Louis Moinet’s values – exclusivity, creativity, artistry, and design – reaffirm the watch’s unique heritage.

Named after a historic 1806 commission for Napoleon, this timepiece bridges past and present. Its grade 5 titanium bracelet, designed as part of the “BRIDGE project,” flows seamlessly from the case, offering ergonomic comfort with sculptural elegance. The 1806 is a living tribute to Louis Moinet’s pioneering spirit, a creation that honors history while embracing contemporary watchmaking excellence.