Bucintoro 1976 - Limited Edition

Beyond the sound barrier

The minute counter of the Bucintoro 1976 recalls the cockpits of the Concorde, where every second was essential to push the limits of speed. The indices dedicated to Mach 1 and Mach 2 are not simple graphic references, but symbols of that unique moment when mankind broke through the sound barrier. A detail that transforms the dial into a tribute to the supersonic era, where precision and audacity became one.

The Routes That Made History

The sapphire crystal caseback reveals the Lemania 1873 caliber, while the outer ring, in an elegant golden finish, bears the names of the cities that symbolize the supersonic era: London, Paris, New York, and Washington. Not mere decorative inscriptions, but ideal coordinates recalling the transatlantic routes flown by the Concorde, turning the movement into a living memory of journeys that reshaped the very perception of time.

An unrepeatable fragment of history

The original blades of the Rolls-Royce/Snecma Olympus 593 Concorde engine, sourced from certified lots 3464 and 3335 and made of titanium–nickel alloy, are meticulously crafted into numbered plaques. Each gold engraving contains not only the identity of the limited edition but also the memory of thousands of supersonic flight hours across the Atlantic. A process that makes every piece an unrepeatable fragment of aeronautical history, forever integrated into one of our timepieces.

From the Concorde engine to the case

Each piece preserves an extraordinary detail: a plaque crafted from an original Concorde engine blade. This component, made of a titanium–nickel alloy, once crossed the Atlantic at supersonic speed, enduring thousands of flight hours. Today, transformed into a distinctive element of the case, it becomes an authentic fragment of aeronautical history and a symbol of the connection between legendary engineering and fine watchmaking.

Disassembly and complete overhaul

Each Lemania 1873 is fully disassembled, piece by piece, and subjected to a meticulous inspection. Every component is assessed, cleaned, and—when necessary—repaired with techniques that respect the delicacy of a vintage movement. This process requires refined watchmaking skills and extreme patience: restoring these calibers means not only reviving a mechanism but also giving voice once more to a story that has crossed the skies and space.

New parts, original soul

Some elements, irreparably worn by time, are recreated from scratch. Not mere replacements, but true reconstructions, crafted with the same finishes and techniques typical of the 1970s. Thanks to this attention, every caliber preserves its original soul, once again reflecting the technical perfection and aesthetic character that made the Lemania 1873 an icon of watchmaking.

Assembly and endurance testing

After the complete overhaul, each movement is carefully reassembled: gears, bridges, and levers find their place again, reviving the mechanical symphony of the Lemania 1873. This is followed by a thorough testing phase, verifying precision and reliability even under the most demanding conditions. Only then is the caliber ready to return to service, housed within the Bucintoro 1976, to continue its story with the same strength and reliability that once made it indispensable to Concorde pilots.

Supersonic Minute Counter

A key element for timing the crucial phases of flight, when the pilot had to monitor with absolute precision the time required to reach the target speed. The markers dedicated to Mach 1 and Mach 2 are not mere graphic details: they represent the exact moment when the aircraft broke the sound barrier, turning anticipation into tension and the instant into pure emotion. On the dial of the Bucintoro 1976, this feature becomes a tangible symbol of the supersonic era, where every minute was a conquest.

Central Chronograph Hand

Mounted on the same axis as the hour and minute hands, the central chronograph hand becomes the primary instrument for monitoring speed in real time. Startable, stoppable, and resettable via the pushers, it allows every variation to be recorded instantly. It is the watchmaking equivalent of onboard instruments that translated each fraction of time into operational data. In the Bucintoro 1976, every sweep of the hand measures not only seconds, but tells the rhythm of the journey and the dynamics of flight.

“Fuel” Hour Counter

Marked with the wordFuel, the hour counter pays homage to the instruments that indicated the aircraft’s remaining fuel range—vital information for transatlantic flights capable of crossing the ocean in just over three hours. In this watchmaking reinterpretation, the function becomes a direct reference to resource management and the safety of long-haul routes. Transformed into an aesthetic detail, the Fuel counter brings back to the dial the echo of those cockpits, where every indication was an essential piece of the supersonic journey.