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The World's first Split-Seconds Worldtimer
The Andersen Genève “Rattrapante Mondiale” is exactly what the title says: the world's first split-seconds world time watch.
The platinum case measures 38.8 x 11.95 mm.
The movement inside the watch is a New Old Stock Calibre 179, made in the 1940s by Venus.
It is paired with Svend Andersen's ultra-thin worldtime module.
credit: Nikolaj Lund aka @mr_traveltime
The central dial, in vertically brushed white gold, features indications that are hand-applied in blue grand feu enamel.
credit: Nikolaj Lund aka @mr_traveltime
The central dial, in vertically brushed white gold, features indications that are hand-applied in blue grand feu enamel.
For the silvered 24-hour ring, the day/night scale is denoted by contrasting textures rather than colour:
- black-polished with matte numerals for night,
- satin-finished for day.
The platinum case has a three-part construction with softly curved lugs that are mirror-polished.
credit: Andersen Genève
The left-hand positioning of the chronograph pushers and winding crown is said to echoe unique pieces made by Svend Andersen in the past (I haven't found any photo of such a unique piece, unfortunately).
credit: Tim Vaux aka @timvaux
A second, recessed crown on the right side adjusts the city disc.
A new ‘AAA’ hallmark is engraved on the case-back (on the left in the photo below).
It will be reserved for only a small number of future pieces involving, like the Rattrapante Mondiale, an exceptional level of craftsmanship, complexity and impeccable haute horlogerie finish.
The city names are printed on the underside of a sapphire disc that sits on top of the 24-hour ring.
The case-back also features the engraved names of:
- The three pillars of Andersen Geneve: Pierre-Alexandre Aeschlimann, Svend Andersen & Marco Poluzzi.
- The four watchmakers involved: Anthony Belvis, Grégoire Dromelet, Vincent Grolimund & Armando Valente.
credit: Andersen Genève
The Rattrapante Mondiale will be limited to 8 pieces only.
credit: @salondeshorlogers
A few more “live” photos to conclude this post.
credit: Hodinkee & Andersen Genève (last wrist shot only)
So, what do you think about this timepiece?
Is it to your liking?
The only thing which bothers me personally is the crown on the left, which I'm not fond of. Apart from that, I really like this timepiece.
Thanks for reading.
Best, Emmanuel
The World's first Split-Seconds Worldtimer
The Andersen Genève “ Rattrapante Mondiale ” is exactly what the title says: the world's first split-seconds world time watch. The platinum case measures 38.8 x 11.95 mm. The movement inside the watch is a New Old Stock Calibre 179 , made in the 1940s by ...
If I could afford it ....
in a heartbeat But just like you, the left handed thing would bother me. I would ask the to make a 'normal' watch with the crown and pushers on the correct side That can't be a problem I suppose
To completely be honest I quite like this answer and the ethos behind it,
even if I understand the frustration it creates… 🫣🤷🏽♂️
Absolutely love this 👌🏻🙌🏻👏🏻
And unlike you I am a fan of having the crown and especially the pushers on the ‘better’ side. For the crown it’s generally more comfortable that way (one should ideally not wind the watch when on the wrist anyhow) and for the pushers it’s demonstrably th...
So this watch is definitely made for you!
If only it was affordable, as Bruno said... 🤷🏽♂️
I love it
Also love his other world timers, especially the enamel dial ones. Hope to find one preowned...
Yes, his world timers are very appealing.
I wish you the best for finding one! Best, Emmanuel
And bonus points to the member who knows who the cases for Andersen made during the early years…
I’ll make it very easy There is another independent that used his name as extra advertising And when dealers sell a specific Patek with a case made by him they will put it in their watch description and immediately jack up the price