Carl F. Bucherer Manero MoonPhase
The Carl F. Bucherer Manero MoonPhase is designed for lovers of classical watchmaking. A quick glance provides the date, indicated with a center-mounted hand, along with the day and month displayed in apertures at 10 and 2 o’clock. The moon phase is shown at 6 o’clock. The movement is an automatic CFB 1966 that is unique to Carl F. Bucherer. Find pricing and wallpaper inside.The classic display is housed within a 38mm rose gold case. Legibility is central to the design, and the Superluminova-treated hands allow reading in the dark.The Manero MoonPhase is priced at $12,900.Additional information appears below the image, which may be enlarged with a click.>Facts & Figures: Manero MoonPhaseReference number: 00.10909.03.13.01Movement: Automatic, caliber CFB 1966, diameter 26.2 mm, height 5.2 mm, 21 jewels, power reserve 42 hFunctions: moon phase, date, day, monthCase: 18 K rose gold, domed sapphire crystal with antireflective coating on one side, caseback with sapphire c

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