In 1816, a turning point in watchmaking history occurred when Louis Moinet completed the world’s first chronograph—a “compteur de tierces” capable of timing 1/60th‑of‑a‑second intervals. More than two centuries later, Louis Moinet’s eponymous atelier pays tribute to that milestone with the new 1816 wristwatch. Meticulously faithful to the original essence yet undeniably contemporary, the 1816 marries Directoire‑era design codes with cutting‑edge materials and haute horlogerie finishing. On the wrist, its 40.6 mm Grade 5 titanium case, exclusive Caliber LM1816 Manual movement, and integrated titanium bracelet invite connoisseurs to experience history in motion—precise, elegant, and built to write the next chapter of this storied legacy. The Man and His Magnum Opus Louis Moinet (1768–1853), born in Bourges, France, was more than a watchmaker: he was a sculptor, painter, and astronomical instrument maker who collaborated with luminaries such as Abraham‑Louis Breguet. His 1816 invention me...
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