And if we look at the figures for the two editions combined, it's enough to make your head spin! 3,019 pieces sold for a total of 3,831,865 CHF.
This fabulous project has never failed to surprise us, nor you for that matter!
If you're just now jumping on the bandwagon and want to join us behind the scenes, sign up to the waiting list. What's more, if a new series of DAY41 pre-orders ever happens, you'll be the first to know.
Edition 3
CODE41 is more than just a brand, it's a movement, human-powered watchmaking. The aim is to devise the creation of a watch as an extraordinary adventure in which everyone can play their part.
The DAY41 project is a result of the direct impetus of our female community. It became a reality following 8 months of votes and passionate debates. The result goes against the flow of traditional watchmaking: a strong, sophisticated mechanical piece with no butterflies or dragonflies in sight, which, when all's said and done, works just as well on a woman's wrist as it does on a man's.
In attempting to create a beautiful women’s watch, in the end we’ve quite simply made a beautiful watch, regardless of gender.
In attempting to create a beautiful women’s watch, in the end we’ve quite simply made a beautiful watch, regardless of gender.
Our policy is to produce only the quantities which have already been sold during pre-orders, in order to avoid surplus stock and waste. But for the DAY41 Edition 2, we've gone a bit overboard by producing 1,200 watches in advance so that some of them can be delivered to you before Christmas... 2020, yes, you read that right! Around 800 pieces are available before Christmas, and the rest in January!
Despite somewhat of a delay due to Covid, production of the Creator's Edition pre-ordered in February 2020 went wonderfully. The happy owners of the first 1,941 pieces followed the birth of their watch as it happened, with a great deal of photos and videos. After 9 months of waiting, some even had the chance to have theirs delivered in person. Pure joy.
Mechanical watches are traditionally the exclusive domain of men. Thanks to the participation of thousands of women, and heightened creativity, the DAY41 project shows that they too are fond of raw, machined, mechanical designs. In fact, the case is simple and elegant, while both its lugs and its chambered structure lend it a strong, specific, recognizable esthetic. The openwork dial becomes an extension of the movement, allowing the mechanical magic to shine through.
In order for the DAY41 to be able to adapt to any size of wrist (male or female), it will be available in 37mm and 40mm diameters. 5 color variants are available for the 37mm model, included one set with diamonds, with 3 variants for the 40mm. In addition, a wide range of straps will be on offer to satisfy all tastes.
Mechanical movements referred to as "automatic" are fitted with an oscillating weight that recharges the watch through the wearer's wrist movements (no battery required). As it swings from left to right, the weight rewinds the mainspring, which stores the energy required for the mechanism to function correctly.
A mechanical movement with that extra bit of spirit that makes time so magical.
Our straps are fitted with an ingenious system that allows you to change your style quickly, simply and without tools. The collection consists of a varied selection of leather straps, and a steel bracelet. What's more, we've also developed 3 eco-friendly straps made from biodegradable leather, flax and even recycled paper. The icing on the cake? All of our straps are fitted with a 3-blade deployment buckle with pushers! It’s simply the best.
We’ve chosen the Swiss mechanical STP movement for its excellent value for money. In addition, for a standard movement, its skeleton design is particularly successful. It boasts the distinctive features of an above-average power reserve, at 44 hours (usually 40 hours), being tested in 5 positions (normally 2 to 3), and precision worthy of the best movements, with a daily difference of -0/+15 seconds.
With our TTO label (Total Transparency on Origin), we’ve placed transparency at the heart of our approach. We clearly explain the production costs and mark-ups required for the project to be profitable, so that we can concentrate on what we’re really passionate about: creating high-quality mechanical watches.
| Component / Process | Cost inc. VAT | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | 128 $ | Switzerland |
| Stainless steel case, transparent back | 77 $ | China |
| Dial | 33 $ | China |
| Leather strap, deployment clasp | ? USD | Italy/China |
| Assembly | 26 $ | Switzerland |
| Packaging | 22 $ | China |
| Logistic | 44 $ | Switzerland |
| Design & developement | 28 $ | Switzerland |
| Total production costs | 389 $ |
Direct distribution, minimal mark-ups and transparency on costs are some of the key criteria that allow us to offer the DAY41 at a price that defies all competition.
The retail price is not the result of market positioning, but rather a direct reflection of the costs of production.
For all of our projects, we choose to work only with grade A suppliers; in other words, the best there are. The DAY41 is made from high-quality 316L steel. Particular attention is paid to the finishing, whether it be glossing, polishing or micro-beading.
| Case | High-quality 316L Stainless Steel |
| Glass | Sapphire on front and back. Anti-reflective treatment |
| Display | Hour, minute, second in center |
| Nighttime display | Luminova-coated hands and indices |
| Water resistance | 10 ATM. Individually tested in pressurised chamber |
| Weight | 60 grams / 80 grams with leather strap |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 37 or 40mm / Thickness: 10.5mm |
| Strap | 21mm / Simple tool-free assembly system |
| Movement | Swiss STP6-15 |
| Number of jewels | 26 |
| Frequency | 28,800 turns per hour / 4[Hz] |
| Precision | -0/+15 seconds per day |
| Power reserve | 44 hrs (when not in use) |
| Stop seconds function | Yes |
| Shock absorber | Incabloc |
| Rewinding | Automatic via oscillating weight. Bidirectional rewinding |
| Pivots | Tempered rolled steel. High-quality treatment that prevents premature wearing of the pivots. |
| Fine-tuned in 5 positions | The precision of each movement has been tested in 5 positions. (Generally, 1 watch in 50 is tested in only 2 or 3 positions) |
As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it free of charge at any time.
If you’re not entirely satisfied with your DAY41, you have 30 days from receipt of your order to return it free of charge, unused and in its original packaging
In the event of technical issues, your watch will be collected and repaired at our expense in the quickest time possible.
As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it free of charge, or modify your choice of strap (according to availability). After delivery, you will have 30 days to return your order for free, unused and in its original packaging, in order to receive a full refund.
No. We've implemented a system in our cart that allows us to calculate and pay your country's respective customs duties and VAT. This means you won't have to pay anything upon receipt of your watch.
CODE41 isn't a brand in the traditional sense of the term, it's more of a community project. The aim is to bring enthusiasts together around a watchmaking project in order to make it a reality. Production isn't launched until a minimum number of members are supporting the project. To say thanks to these people, we offer them a launch price that just allows us to cover our costs, with no profit. The following series are offered at a "normal" price, though this price remains much, much lower than that of similar pieces.
For a watch to be considered Swiss Made, at least 60% of its value must come from Switzerland, its movement must be Swiss, and it must be assembled in Switzerland. This means that a Swiss Made watch can be of great quality while having a large part of its components coming from abroad.
To provide more clarity, we've implemented a policy of total transparency, and choose our components, both Swiss and foreign, for their distinctiveness and their high value for money, rather than just to meet the criteria of a label which gives rise to confusion. That's why, even though the majority of our models comfortably meet the criteria, we've decided not to affix the Swiss Made label to any of our watches.
To avoid excess stock, the gray market sales and waste, we decided to go with a system of pre-orders. It seemed logical to only produce the quantities which have already been sold in advance. Consequently, we launch a new edition of pre-orders once or twice a year for a period of 2 to 4 weeks. Delivery usually takes place 8 months later. In the meantime, we keep you involved in the birth of your watch through a great deal of videos and photos.
All DAY41 watches are under guarantee for 2 years from the date of receipt. In the event of technical issues, all you need to do is contact us and we'll arrange the transport, both pick-up and return, as well as the repairs.
The DAY41 37 and 40mm watches have a lug width of 21mm. The ANOMALY and X41 collections, on the other hand, have a lug width of 24mm, and require straps which are not suited to DAY41 watches.
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BONJOUR je voudrais connaître la date de livraison de ma montre ???
L’expédition de votre montre est prévue pour le 22 janvier. Dès que la montre sera expédiée, nous vous enverrons un email avec toutes les informations de suivi 🙂
Bonjour,
savez-vous quand il sera possible de commander d’autres bracelets pour ma Day 41?
Merci
Merci pour votre message. Oui ! Les bracelets DAY41 seront disponibles sur notre site web au printemps 😀
Voici maintenant un mois que ma Day41 ne quitte pas mon poignet et depuis ce temps aucune dérive ni en plus ni en moins ce qui est assez loin de celles constatées sur ma dizaine d’autres montres manuelles et automatiques de grandes marques et parfois valant une fois et demi voire deux fois le prix de la Day41.
Inutile de vous dire ma très grande satisfaction en espérant que rien ne vienne dérégler cette belle mécanique !
Encore bravo à toute l’équipe de fabrication et de montage.
Jean-Pierre
Bonjour Jean-Pierre,
Merci énormément, ça fait plaisir à lire 🙂
Mes meilleurs vœux pour 2021 !
Belle journée,
Sabrine
Bonjour,
Je prends enfin le temps de vous envoyer un petit mot :
J’ai bien reçu la Day 41 que je voulais offrir à mon épouse ; elle en a été bluffée et il a fallu (presque) lui faire reprendre sa respiration. Elle a adoré.
La montre est magnifique.
Merci pour votre travail.
J’attends avec impatience les pré-commandes du chrono NB 24.
Cordialement. Michel Maurel.
bonjour,connaissez vous une date pour pré commander la day41 merci
Merci pour votre message. Nous n’avons pas encore de date officielle. Si vous vous inscrivez sur la liste d’attente, vous serez le premier à le savoir ; )
Bonjour,
Je suis très contente de ma toute nouvelle Day41. Je craignais un peu son poids, mais heureusement elle est très agréable à porter.
Je trouve le changement de bracelet très facile et je piaffe d’impatience à l’idée de pouvoir en porter encore d’autres – je suggère un (ou des?) bleu(s) et vert(s) croco : n’oublions pas qu’au départ c’était une montre pensée pour les femmes et je pense ne pas être la seule à ressentir cette envie…
Merci pour votre message. Je vais partager cette idée avec notre équipe : )
Voglio comperare il modello in carbonio con movimento svizzero, il più bello come devo fare? c’è un anticipo da versare? Quando poi avverranno le consegne. Grazie per una risposta urgente.
bonjour equipe code41 je suis super intéresser par la day41 mais je n arrive pas a la precommander
Merci pour votre message. Le DAY41 n’est pas en vente pour le moment. La meilleure chose à faire est de s’inscrire sur la liste d’attente pour ce projet.
De cette façon, vous serez le premier à être informé de toute disponibilité future : )
Bonjour
Je souhaite commander un bracelet métallique or rose pour une day 41 2 emmène édition en 37 mm .
Je ne trouve pas sur votre site.
Pouvez-vous m’aider ?
Cordialement
Merci pour votre message. Nous aurons les bracelets pour la DAY41 sur notre site web au printemps !
Quel est son prix?
La DAY41 commence à environ 1’150 CHF : )