CHRONEL Yearkeeper 42MM 5396G Blue Dial

The CHRONEL Yearkeeper 42MM 5396G Blue Dial is a masterwork of bespoke horology, crafted for those who seek the pinnacle of handcrafted mechanical artistry. This custom commission embodies CHRONEL’s unwavering dedication to preserving centuries-old watchmaking traditions, where every detail is meticulously finished by master artisans in our atelier.

The 42 mm case, sculpted from 18k white gold, is a study in refined proportion and enduring elegance. Its hand-polished surfaces capture light with a liquid luster, while the finely balanced silhouette transitions effortlessly from boardroom formality to weekend sophistication. Protecting the dial is a domed sapphire crystal, chosen for its exceptional clarity and scratch-resistant hardness, ensuring the timepiece remains flawless across generations.

The commanding blue dial is a canvas of haute horlogerie, featuring a hand-executed sunburst finish that radiates from the center with mesmerizing depth. The artfully composed calendar display includes a poetic moon phase indicator and an annual calendar mechanism, with the day and month apertures positioned beneath the 12 o’clock index, paired with a date subdial in perfect symmetry at 6 o’clock. Applied white gold hour markers, each individually polished and set by hand, harmonize with the proprietary CHRONEL dauphine-style hands to offer luminous legibility steeped in classical elegance.

Completing the ensemble is a hand-stitched navy blue alligator leather strap, sourced from the finest tanneries and shaped to the contours of the wrist for sublime comfort. The strap is secured by a custom white gold folding deployant clasp, engraved with the CHRONEL marque, ensuring both a secure fit and seamless aesthetic continuity.

Within its noble case beats the CHRONEL Calibre CY-324, a self-winding mechanical movement engineered and assembled entirely by hand. This proprietary movement beats at a high frequency, delivering chronometric precision and a power reserve of approximately 45 hours. Visible through the exhibition sapphire crystal case back, the movement reveals an intricate landscape of Côtes de Genève, perlage, and hand-beveled bridgesu2014a testament to the uncompromising finishing standards that define CHRONEL’s philosophical commitment to artisanal excellence.

The CHRONEL Yearkeeper 5396G transcends mere timekeeping. It is a custom-crafted legacy piece, a mechanical sonnet in white gold and blue that speaks to the soul of the collector. Whether marking daily milestones or gracing life’s most significant occasions, this handcrafted timepiece stands as a personal emblem of taste, heritage, and the enduring mastery of truly independent watchmaking.

Warranty

Every CHRONEL handcrafted mechanical timepiece is protected by a comprehensive 2-year International United Luxury warranty, honoring the trust placed in our artisan traditions.

Please Note

As a purveyor of exclusively custom mechanical watches, each CHRONEL creation is individually handcrafted. Materials and hand-finished movements reflect the distinctive requirements of your bespoke commission. Our client concierge welcomes inquiries to provide detailed insights and visual documentation of your timepiece’s unique craftsmanship journey. (All specifications herein represent our handcrafted mechanical caliber offerings.)