Established in 2017, this independent Swiss watchmaker is the brainchild of husband-and-wife duo Rodolfo and Emmanuelle Festa Bianchet. Before venturing into the world of haute horlogerie, Rodolfo built a successful career as a fintech entrepreneur, and Emmanuelle brought a complementary, creative perspective to the partnership, drawing from her rich background in journalism, painting, and music. Driven by Rodolfo's lifelong passion as a watch collector and their shared appreciation for harmonious design, the couple left their former careers to establish their own atelier in Neuchâtel. Their ultimate vision was to channel their distinct backgrounds into a singular project, fusing advanced mathematical proportions with an artistic pursuit of absolute aesthetic balance.
At the core of the manufacturer's identity is an unwavering commitment to both architectural elegance and extreme mechanical durability. The company has carved out a distinct niche by designing its signature tonneau-shaped cases and intricate flying tourbillon movements entirely around the divine proportions of the golden ratio (1.618). Rather than producing fragile, traditional luxury items meant for a safe, the brand focuses on high-performance, everyday sports watches capable of withstanding massive shocks of up to 5,000 Gs and water resistance down to 100 meters. Through creations like the UltraFino and the Grande Date, the independent marque seamlessly merges traditional, hand-finished Swiss micro-engineering with a bold, futuristic visual language.
