07/09/2026
Frederique Constant adds a mechanical dimension to one of its most elegant collections with the new Classics Moneta Handwinding.
For the first time, the Moneta is powered by a mechanical movement. The new FC-435 hand-wound calibre delivers a 63-hour power reserve and is visible through an open caseback, where the Frederique Constant seal is engraved on the main bridge.
The real highlight is the new tropical-style salmon fumé gradient dial, another first for the Moneta collection. Its vintage-inspired character works particularly well with the introduction of the mechanical movement, making this one of our favourite Moneta models yet.
Frederique Constant has also introduced two new Highlife Moonphase Date models, with blue and rose champagne dials, integrated bracelets and the automatic FC-716 calibre offering 72 hours of power reserve.
Both new Highlife models are beautiful, although we still have a soft spot for the limited-edition Highlife with its beautiful onyx dial.
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