Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein Regulateur: A Collector's First Impressions

S F · 2021-06-30T10:41:28Z

Explore the Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein Regulateur through S F's review. Discover design insights, movement performance, and community discussion on this unique collaboration.

S F

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S F's acquisition of the Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein Regulateur offers a vibrant look into a collaboration that consistently pushes horological boundaries. His detailed initial impressions highlight key design choices and functional considerations, providing a valuable first-hand account for collectors considering this distinctive timepiece. This article synthesizes community insights, making a 2021 forum discussion discoverable and valuable to new readers interested in the intersection of playful design and serious watchmaking.

Ordered direct from Louis Erard and shipped to me by UPS.

Very good experience dealing with the LE team who is prompt and professional.

Compared to the previous version, I like this better for the case design and the removal of the power reserve indic which leaves the dial less congested with the bold colors and shapes.

Weight saving comes with a titanium case and nylon strap. Not sure how well the strap will hold up with the velcro mechanism. For people who wear their watches for water sports,100m water resistant is definitely not shabby at all.

The Regulateur uses a Sellita movement with a 38 hours power reserve, ok for me as it is an auto movement anyway.

Quite happy with this piece, unmistakable Alain Silberstein. A happy watch, I will call this 😁.

Key Points from the Discussion

Another collector shared their experience with the Louis Erard x Alain Silberstein La Semaine day-date version, noting its lightweight, colorful design, 100m water resistance, and nylon strap, confirming its appeal as a summer watch.
The La Semaine model exhibited a consistent rate of +18 seconds per day over 3-4 days, suggesting good precision despite potentially unregulated movements from the factory. This consistency implies that while not chronometer-grade, the watch maintains a predictable rate.
A new collaboration between Alain Silberstein and MB&F, the KB2 LEBRU X SILBERSTEIN clock, was highlighted as a continuation of Silberstein's distinctive design language in horological art.
The original author chose the Regulateur for its unique complication, noting a slight preference for the ETA movement in the La Semaine, but ultimately prioritizing the regulator display for its novelty in his collection.

The Discussion

Cpt Scarlet

Jun 30, 2021

That’s a lot of fun, enjoy !

patrick_y

Jun 30, 2021

The MAD Gallery has a new clock by Silberstein! I can't post commercial links as this violates the WatchProSite rules, but if you search the terms below, you will find it. It's great! MB&F M.A.D.Gallery KB2 LEBRU X SILBERSTEIN

Watchonthewrist

Jun 30, 2021

Like you I really like the case design a lot .

S F

Jun 30, 2021

Yeah, big hump day cheers😁

Sfwatchlover

Jun 30, 2021

I ordered and received the day-date version with the smiley faces. It is a light weight, colorful summer watch with 100m watch resistance and nylon strap. Here are pictures showing all of the smiley faces starting with a happy Sunday. I like your regulator version very much too! Enjoy!

S F

Jun 30, 2021

I really like the smileys…and slight edge (IMO) of the ETA movement…chose the Regulateur in the end as I do not have a regulator watch.. Have fun with your La Semaine my friend….am sure you will😁☺️!! Cheers!

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