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Gerald Charles Masterlink is the first integrated bracelet watch for the Maison. The name Masterlink clearly indicates the Maison's intent to maintain a strong connection with the founder’s creative vision, reinforcing this aim by adding links to the original design.

The R&D team at Gerald Charles developed a bracelet that seamlessly follows the shape of the Masterlink case, a 38mm asymmetric case. Each side is distinct, adding several layers of complexity and artisanship in the handcrafted link manufacturing process.

The integrated asymmetric bracelet revealed itself as a significant challenge. At 6 o’clock, the central links initially follow the curve of the case’s ‘smile’, then gradually straighten out, while at 12 o’clock they extend the case and bezel straight topline.

The links are held together by a hidden construction, visible only on the back of the watch. The butterfly-type clasp is also concealed, and its metal components are designed for comfort on the wrist and softness to the touch, a rarity for integrated bracelets. In the same vein, no screws are visible. The continuity of the surfaces is flawless.

Last but not least, a particularly challenging and specific development pertains to the crown: despite the case’s slimness (7.9 mm), it is screw-down.

The Masterlink features an exterior and finishes that are truly singular. To enhance the verticality of the design, the central link is brushed in the direction of the bracelet and with the same vertical orientation as the dial’s Côtes de Genève pattern. The dial is composed of two separate levels, vertical stripes applied on a sunburst base, which are then layered together.

Finally, upon examining the movement, one can admire the micro-rotor architecture that achieves a remarkable thinness of only 2.7 mm. This power-generating element boasts a two-part finish, sandblasted at the base and with a sunburst brushing on the top. The circular graining further catches the eye, enhancing the contrast with the vertical Côtes de Genève stripes on the bridges. These finishes continue the theme of the dial, creating an overall coherence between the two faces of the watch.

The Gerald Charles design team meticulously focused on every detail, down to the smallest screw – all of which are original Gerald Charles star-shaped screws, first introduced in the skeletonized caliber.