The new Maurice Lacroix AIKONIC has a unique dial and is the ultimate expression of AIKON ownership.
While sharing a familial likeness with the AIKON, this new collection incorporates ‘innovative craftsmanship’. This term, abbreviated to ‘IC’, refers to the use of new materials for the dial and case, the incorporation of a new ultra-refined movement and the introduction of the ingenious, patented ML Easy Change system.
The AIKONIC features a carbon dial with a difference. Most carbon structures are formed of interwoven carbon fibre strands, arranged at angles to create patterned weaves. However, the AIKONIC’s carbon dial incorporates numerous fibres running north to south in one direction and appear as grey and black lines. As part of the dial making process, the arrangement of carbon fibres will always be slightly different, resulting in each dial having its own unique appearance.
On seeing the AIKONIC for the first time, AIKON devotees will immediately recognise the six, double-width arms gracing the bezel, a detail first found on the inaugural AIKON of 2016. These arms proved a source inspiration, influencing the design of the hour and minute hands, hour markers and crown. The crown also features a tactile grip, granting ease of manipulation and, together with the bezel, is formed of matt ceramic, a scratchproof material that won’t fade with the onset of years.
The steel case juxtaposes vertical fine brushed and polished surfaces, imbuing the AIKONIC with a refined aesthetic, while the strap affixes to the case with high-gleam attachments. The flanks of the case are endowed with variable chamfreins (chamfers that increase in magnitude) that readily engage with light, heightening the perception of quality. To ensure maximum dial legibility, the sapphire crystal features an upgraded anti-reflective coating. Applied to both sides of the sapphire crystal, this treatment proffers superior light transmittance and improved resistance to salt water.
Keen to create an automatic movement worthy of its new high-end model, Maurice Lacroix chose to work closely with Soprod, a movement specialist located less than 10 km from Saignelégier. The new ML1000 Calibre is endowed with a myriad of refinements, several of which are visible via the exhibition caseback. The balance bridge is secured with two screws, delivering superior stability and attractive symmetry. The oscillating mass is large, boosting reliability, and openworked, granting sight of the beautifully decorated movement. The finishing includes blued screws, perlage and Côtes de Genève, providing a level of refinement seldom seen at this price point. Beyond its good looks, the ML1000 Calibre delivers impressive accuracy with an average daily rate of ± 4 seconds and has a prodigious power-reserve of 60 hours.
Technical Specifications:
AIKONIC AUTOMATIC 43MM
Ref: AC6008-TTB00-330-2 (black DLC); AC6008-SSL40-331-4 (blue); AC6008-SSL70-330-2 (steel); AC6008-SSL20-330-2 (black ceramic); AC6008-SSL40-330-4 (blue ceramic)
CASE
- DIAMETER: 43 mm
- MATERIAL: Stainless steel with ceramic bezel (varies depending on colour)
- FINITION: Brushed and polished
- HEIGHT: 11 mm
- FRONT GLASS: Sapphire crystal with double anti-reflective coating
- CASE BACK: Open case back with sapphire glass
- BEZEL: Bezel featuring eye-catching six “claws” design
- CROWN: Screwed crown
- WATER RESISTANCE: Water-resistant to 10 ATM
DIAL & HANDS
- DIAL: Black, carbon, silver printing
- HOUR MARKERS: Indexes, turquoise-plated
- HANDS: Turquoise-plated, white super-luminova
- SPECIAL HANDS: Turquoise-plated second hand
MOVEMENT & FUNCTIONS
- MOVEMENT TYPE: Automatic
- FUNCTIONS:
– Hours, minutes and seconds
– Date at 3 o’clock - CALIBER: Automatic ML1000
- POWER RESERVE: 60 hours
- FREQUENCY: 28’800 vph
- JEWELS: 26
STRAP
- BRACELET/STRAP: Turquoise and black, bi-rubber strap with imitation nylon-textured rubber, featuring the Maurice Lacroix ‘m’ logo (varies depending on colour)
- BUCKLE: Pin buckle
- BUCKLE MATERIAL: Stainless steel
- EASY CHANGE SYSTEM AVAILABLE: Yes
PRICE
RRP 2,950.00 CHF (inc. VAT)
For more information please visit Maurice Lacroix