Triumph

A WATCH IN THE IMAGE OF FRANCE

TRIUMPH

INSPIRATION — TRIUMPH

A tribute to the Arc de Triomphe, translated into watchmaking

Triomphe does not reproduce a monument. It transposes its spirit. A radial construction, an architectural presence and a design conceived as a discreet tribute to Paris. The starting point is the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de l’Étoile. Their organization, visual strength and balance guided the dial's composition. The twelve axes evoke the avenues that converge towards the monument. The volumes, edges and openings extend this inspiration into a more contemporary watchmaking language.
Every detail strives for the same balance. A recognizable tribute, integrated into the construction of the piece, without disrupting the purity of its design.
A tribute to the Arc de Triomphe, translated into watchmaking
Architectural Inspiration

An architecture designed to provide relief, readability, and presence

The construction of the case and dial relies on clear legibility. The volumes are designed to capture light and create immediate depth. The bevels, openings, and tension of the lines give the piece a more sculpted expression. Each surface contributes to the overall perception of the watch. The whole seeks a clear balance between visual sophistication, technical coherence, and reading comfort.
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Technical data sheet

Key features

A precise reading of the elements that define the watch, from its mechanical architecture to its proportions on the wrist.

Mouvement type Automatic
Mouvement réf Sellita SW200
Réserve de marche 42 hours
Matériaux 316L Stainless Steel & Tungsten
Diamètre 40 mm
Épaisseur 0.43 in
Verre Saphir Augmented Reality
Couronne Screwed
Étanchéité 100 m
Bracelet Steel or Leather

Tungsten machining

A dense, hard, and difficult-to-work material

Tungsten requires a different approach to watchmaking machining. Its high hardness (measured by the Vickers index (HV), which evaluates a material's resistance to penetration, its density, and its resistance to wear and scratches), necessitates specific tools, slow passes, and constant precision.

316L Stainless Steel

~ 150 to 200 HV

A popular watchmaking reference, appreciated for its reliability and good resistance to wear.

Grade 5 Titanium

~ 320 to 360 HV

Lighter than steel, it offers good mechanical strength with a more technical signature.

Ceramic

~ 1200 to 1500 HV

Highly scratch-resistant, it already requires specific manufacturing processes.

Tungsten

Our choice

+ 2000 V

Very high hardness, designed to preserve surface definition over time.

A dense, hard, and difficult-to-work material
01

Prepare a challenging subject

Tungsten requires precise preparation before machining. Its density and hardness necessitate rigorous control of dimensions, clamping points, and sensitive areas.

02

Machining with diamond tools

The bezel and bracelet components are worked with specific, often diamond-tipped tools. These expensive tools wear out quickly on contact with the material and must be replaced regularly.

03

Advance in slow steps

Machining is carried out at reduced speed, in successive passes. This progression limits stress, preserves the surface and allows for clean edges without weakening the part.

04

Mastering tolerances

Every adjustment demands high precision. On a bezel or a bracelet, the slightest deviation can alter the assembly, fluidity, or final perception of the product.

A complexity that is not immediately visible, but can be felt

Tungsten is not chosen for the effect. It is chosen for what it brings to the watch. A feeling of solidity, superior wear resistance, and a depth of material that reinforces Triomphe's technical character.

Over 10 hours of machining for a single bracelet

The bracelet of the Triomphe model is not just a mere succession of links. Its manufacturing involves considerable machining time, demanding tolerances, and then a lengthy finishing process to achieve a technical, fluid, and high-end feel on the wrist.
1 bracelet

120 links

A dense and complex construction, designed to offer visual presence, regularity and comfort.

Rough machining

+10 hours

Taking a base of about 5 minutes of machining per link, rough manufacturing already exceeds 10 hours.

Global time

until ~8 p.m.

Once the touch-ups, adjustments, brushings, and polishings have been added, the total time can approach 20 hours per bracelet.

Why does a bracelet like Triomphe take so long to make?

On this type of bracelet, each link must be produced with great precision to ensure overall alignment, consistent spacing, comfortable wear, and visual coherence of the design. With approximately 120 links per bracelet and 5 minutes of machining per link, this already amounts to about 600 minutes, or 10 hours of manufacturing for a single bracelet. And this does not yet account for the finishing stages. After initial machining, the components still require additional work including surface rework, edge preparation, alternating brushing and polishing, appearance checks, and then adjustments. It is precisely this level of exacting standards that gives a high-end bracelet its presence, visual depth, and perceived quality.
Rough estimate

120 links × 5 min = 10 hours

Added to this are the various finishing and adjustment operations. Depending on the level of detail required, the total time can reasonably approach 20 hours.

What that means in practice

  • A longer manufacturing time than a standard bracelet.
  • More control, rework, and finishing steps.
  • A more precise and technical final rendering.

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