Introducing: The Carl F. Bucherer Patravi TravelTec Color Edition Four Seasons

August 28, 2020

The latest quartet from Carl F. Bucherer, dubbed the Patravi TravelTec Color Edition Four Seasons, presents?four new dial colors to the TravelTec collection. Each represents a different season: green for spring, yellow for summer, orange for autumn, and blue for winter. The watch comes on a rubber strap that matches the dial C and, of course, the season.?Sascha Moeri, CEO of Carl F. Bucherer, said in a statement, "After the past couple of challenging months, we felt it was time to bring some bright colors onto the wrists of watch aficionados around the world." Carl F. Bucherer's TravelTec model, in various iterations, has been around for 15 years now. The triple time-zone complication has become a staple in the line-up and has contributed largely to the modern identity of Carl F. Bucherer as a well-respected manufacture. It started with Bucherer's TravelGraph model, which employed a modified ETA-2892 to display two time-zones. The brand then set out to produce a watch that offered a third time-zone, and with that came the development of the caliber 1901 that launched in the TravelTec in 2005. The CFB 1901.1, a recent iteration of the same caliber, powers this colorful Four Seasons rendition of the Patravi TravelTec. Carl F. Bucherer turned to the horological engineering and manufacturing firm Techniques Horlogres Appliques when developing the caliber 1901, which brought into existence an entirely new decoupling and fast-adjustment module, a point that sets the caliber 1901 apart. And the relationship didn't end there C Carl F. Bucherer actually ended up acquiring Techniques Horlogres Appliques in 2007.? The bit of engineering responsible for the TravelTec's three time-zone functionality is visible through a cutaway window in the side of the 46.6mm case, providing an interesting view of the movement. Additionally, there's a world time-zone chart engraved in the caseback for easy reference when traveling around the world. A single monopusher allows the wearer to easily cycle both East and West in time.? There's a chronograph function as well, and a built-in date magnifier in the crystal to make the date clearly visible. The crown matches the strap and dial, tying together the seasonal theme. ?? Initial Thoughts Carl F. Bucherer was an early innovator in the field of chronograph and GMT complications. The company has been owned by the Bucherer family since 1888. In the press release, Moeri is quoted, saying "The four seasons represent the imperative nature of change; something that Carl F. Bucherer has always embraced, even in this very demanding year with all its obstacles." And I found it particularly optimistic. After all, watches are meant to be an escape from the daily troubles of our time. And a foursome of brightly-colored, seasonally-themed complicated watches is just that. ?????? The Basics Brand: Carl F. Bucherer Model: Patravi TravelTec Color Edition Four Seasons Reference Number: 00.10620.08.93.01 (Yellow) 00.10620.08.93.03(Orange) 00.10620.08.93.02(Blue) 00.10620.08.53.02(Green)?Diameter: 46.6mmThickness: 15.5mmCase Material: Stainless SteelDial Color: Four colors reflective of the seasonsIndexes: Applied, baton-styleLume: Super-LumiNovaWater Resistance: 50mStrap/Bracelet: Color-matched rubber strap The Movement Caliber: ?CFB 1901.1 Functions: Chronograph, three time-zones, date, hour, minute, small seconds Diameter: 28.6mmThickness: 7.3mmPower Reserve: 42 hoursWinding: AutomaticFrequency: 28,800vphJewels: 39Chronometer Certified: Yes, COSC Pricing & Availability Price: $10,900Availability: Authorized dealersLimited Edition: NoFor more, click here.