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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Rotor (central rotor) or oscillating weight

Rotor (central rotor) or oscillating weight

It is the semi-circular weight also known as the oscillating weight, usually made of gold or platinum. It is attached to the center of the watch movement and partially covers the movement. It is associated with automatic self-winding mechanisms and rotates with the movement of the wearer's wrist. The rotor continuously winds the main spring, ensuring the watch operates without the need for manual winding or hand winding. The rotor can rotate in one direction or bidirectionally. It is typically installed in the back of the watch and is often visible through the transparent case back.