Gerald Charles Unveils Its Most Complex Timepiece, The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar

Gerald Charles, the independent Swiss watchmaking Maison founded by the great Mr. Gérald Charles Genta, unveils its most complicated watch since its reestablishment less than a decade ago. The Masterlink Perpetual Calendar, developed entirely in-house, marks a new chapter for the young and ambitious Maison as it continues to expand its repertoire of poetic complications.

In keeping with Gerald Charles’s “No Compromise” watchmaking philosophy, established by Mr. Genta more than a quarter of a century ago, the Masterlink Perpetual Calendar introduces an in-house, asymmetrical, automatic perpetual calendar calibre with a three-counter display.

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Incabloc

Is a popular type of shock absorption system used in mechanical watches. It helps protect the delicate parts of the watch movement from sudden shocks and impacts. The system consists of a small spring and a jewel that are designed to absorb the energy from external shocks. The spring holds the jewel in place over the balance wheel staff, allowing it to move and shift when the watch experiences a sudden jolt or impact. This helps prevent damage to the delicate components of the watch, ensuring its smooth operation and longevity.