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| COMPONENT / PROCESS | COST inc Taxes | ORIGIN |
|---|---|---|
| MOVEMENT | 1'705 $ | SWISS |
| TITANIUM CASE | 153 $ | CHINA |
| LEATHER STRAP | 32 $ | ITALY/CHINA |
| ASSEMBLY | 32 $ | SWISS |
| PACKAGING | 26 $ | CHINA |
| LOGISTICS | 15 $ | SWISS/FRANCE |
| DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT | 15 $ | SWISS |
| TOTAL PRODUCTION COST INC TAX | 1'977 $ | |
X41 Edition 4
Perfection.
Upgraded.
April/May 2021
149/150
May/June 2021
150/150
June/July 2021
150/150
Amount
CHF CHF 14,527
Quintessential watchmaking
The creation of a high-end movement is quintessential for fans of fine mechanical watchmaking. Until now, that pleasure was reserved for only the most fortunate. For their second project, the CODE41 team has decided to change all of that!
What makes the X41 project so special?
- The chance to wear a piece of Fine Watchmaking at a price the competition can't match
- Movement designed, manufactured and assembled entirely in Switzerland
- Exclusive architecture and design just for the CODE41 community
- Exclusive peripheral oscillating weight only mastered by a handful of brands
- Price of less than 5'500 $, wheres similar pieces cost 20'000 $, and often much more
- Finished and assembled by hand. Pure watchmaking Art
The first X41s are spreading joy !
Everything is going like a dream with the production of Edition 3. Our watchmakers are currently assembling the 297 components that make up this exceptional movement. As for the 700 pieces from the previous editions, they've already spread joy to many, despite a delay resulting from Covid-19. Some of them were even able to visit the workshops and follow the machining of their X41 movement. Pure joy !
X41 Edition 4. Perfection. Upgraded.
During the design of the very first series of the X41 project, we did everything we could to create a watch that was exceptional in every way. But for this new edition, we've raised the bar even higher with the launch of the AeroCarbon.
X41 AeroCarbon - high-density aeronautic carbon fiber
Extremely resistant and 2x lighter than titanium, carbon fiber is one of those technical materials that goes perfectly with mechanical watchmaking magic. But for our X41, we didn't want just any old carbon fiber; we wanted the best of the best. The AeroCarbon's case is made from a type of carbon fiber normally used exclusively in the aeronautics and aerospace industry. Made on demand in France, the blocks of carbon fiber are made up of over 300 layers, each positioned at 90° to the previous and then compacted under 10 bars of pressure in an autoclave oven. This process guarantees an exceptional composite 2.5 times more resistant to bending than steel. In addition, due to its high densite, the AeroCarbon is watertight without the need to add a titanium chamber, as is the case with the carbon fiber normally used in watchmaking, which is less dense and more porous.
2.5x more resistant to bending than steel
2x lighter than titanium and 4x lighter than steel
Very dense and watertight without a titanium chamber
What defines a high-end movement?
These are limited edition movements (around 50 to 1,000) made according to an exclusive design and architecture. The finishing and assembly are performed by hand. The time is generally displayed on the movement, without a dial, in order to showcase the magic of these mechanical sculptures.
X41-style fine-watchmaking
Little series : ~50 à 1,000/year
The finishing and assembly are performed by hand.
Advantages : Exceptional pieces, quintessential watchmaking, pure watchmaking art
Disadvantages : High cost 1'000 $ to 2'500 $
« Standard » manufacture
Methods of production are similar to industrial movements, but the various processes are handled by the brand. In some cases, they are simply modified industrial movement bases.
Production : ~10,000/year
Advantages : Exclusive movement
Disadvantages : High cost ~300 $ to 800 $
Industrial
Automated Production : ~500,000/year
Advantages : Low cost ~30 $ to 150 $
Disadvantages : Movement is used by a large number of brandsv
Exclusive peripheral oscillating weight
The peripheral weight fitted to the X41 movement is a symbol of the genuine technical feats achieved by only a handful of brands. Many big-name brands have already attempted to integrate such a feature, often only to abandon it because the ball bearing was too loud, inefficient and costly to implement. In the case of the X41 movement, after several years of development, these problems have been resolved by the brand’s partner by machining the components of the ball bearing in-house, in order to guarantee perfect dimensions and finishing.
Reduction in movement thickness
More transparency to showcase the mechanical beauty
A technical feat achieved by only a handful of brands
X41 Peripheral oscillating weight
Standard oscillating weight
Numbered edition
The complexity of the X41 movement, namely the fact that a large number of the processes are performed by hand, means a fairly long production period. That's why X41 watches are only produced in small, numbered series. Don't miss your chance to pre-order one of the few EDITION 4 pieces.
No risk, all rewards
Special 3-year guarantee instead of the usual 2
In the event of technical issues, your watch will be collected at our cost, and repaired as quickly as possible.
Critical components optimized for reliability over several years
Even though the X41 movement has been developed exclusively for our community, the critical components have been optimized for reliability over several years.
Servicing guaranteed even if we cease to exist
We are a young brand, and the fear that we might simply have ceased to exist in a few years is relevant! But don't worry, our partner is committed to guaranteeing all repairs and servicing, even if we run into some misfortune.
30-day returns policy
If the X41 doesn't suit you, you have 30 days to return it for free, unused and in its original packaging.
Free cancellation policy
As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it for free at any time.
The X41 watch is more than Swiss Made
For a watch to be Swiss Made, at least 60% of its value must come from Switzerland. The figure for the X41 project is 90%, easily exceeding this requirement. Such a high quantity of Swiss components is very rare! However, the X41 watches will bear no mention of being Swiss Made, as CODE41 has been opposed to this misleading label since the very start.
The X41 project offers unbeatable value and magic for money.
Total transparency
With our TTO label, standing for Total Transparency on Origin, we've based our approach around being transparent. We clearly explain the origin and cost of each component and each process.
| COMPONENT / PROCESS | COST inc Taxes | ORIGIN |
|---|---|---|
| MOVEMENT | 1'705 $ | SWISS |
| AEROCARBON CASE | 347 $ | FRANCE/UKRAINE |
| LEATHER STRAP | 32 $ | ITALY/CHINA |
| ASSEMBLY | 32 $ | SWISS |
| PACKAGING | 26 $ | CHINA |
| LOGISTICS | 15 $ | SWISS/FRANCE |
| DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT | 15 $ | SWISS |
| TOTAL PRODUCTION COST INC TAX | 2'172 $ | |
What's the secret behind such a high price/quality/magic ratio?
Fine watchmaking is inextricably associated with the world of luxury. The latter is a synonym for inaccessibility, social standing and even ostentation. These subjective criteria have the unfortunate tendency to propel prices to artificially high levels. For the X41 project we are focused on objective values, like high quality and superior expertise. The production costs and margins allowing the project to be profitable are clearly explained. Direct distribution, minimal markups and transparency on costs are all criteria that allow us to offer the X41 at a price that the competition just can't match.
CODE41
Direct Distribution
Minimal markups required for profitability
X41
~5'500 $
~5'500 $
Transparence on costs
TRADITIONNAL
Traditionnal Distribution
High markups luxury market positionning
Fine Watchmaking
~20'000 $
~20'000 $
Hidden costs
The retail price is not the result of market positioning, but rather a direct reflection of the costs of production
Competition with the big brands
Some of you have made the very relevant comment that at these prices, we're going to find ourselves competing with the big brands. If your heart is set on a more prestigious name in the same price range, clearly we won't be able to compete with that. But if your attention is drawn above all to the object and its mechanics, then the X41 project offers unbeatable value and magic for money.
Other technical information
| Frequency | 28,800 turns per hour / 4[Hz] |
| Crystal | Scratch resistant sapphire crystal (front and back) |
| Pivots | Tempered rolled steel. High-quality treatment which prevents premature wearing of the pivots |
| Adjustment to 5 positions | Each movement has been tested for precision in 5 positions. (Industrial movements: in general, 1 in every 50 units is tested in only 2 or 3 positions) |
| Weight for Titanium | 55 grams / 85 grams with leather strap |
| Weight for AeroCarbon | 45 grams / 72 grams with leather strap |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 42mm / Thickness: 11.7mm |
| Interchangeable strap | 24mm / Simple assembly with no need for tools |
An industry-leading partner
Developing a fine manufacture movement isn't something you can make up as you go along. which is why we've called on one of the best creators in Switzerland. Timeless Manufacture are distinctive in that they create all of the components used in their movements in-house, except for the balance wheel. This is a fact that deserves to be mentioned, because it's not uncommon to find manufacture movements fitted with components from industrial movements.
TIMELESS MANUFACTURE IDENTITY CARD
- Founded: 2008
- Complete mastery of cutting-edge watchmaking expertise
- High-precision manufacturing department based in Geneva (40 individuals)
- Watchmaking workshop located in Jura (10 individuals)
- In-house production of all components except for the balance wheel
Frequently asked questions
What are the conditions for cancellation and returns?
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.
Do I have to pay import taxes upon receipt of my watch?
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.
Are the X41 movements COSC certified?
No. All of our X41 movements are tested individually by our watchmakers in 5 different positions, and precisely adjusted according to criteria similar to the COSC. In addition, this certification would require us to increase the retail price by several hundred euros, without providing any real added value.
Why has the price gone up since the first pre-orders in March?
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.
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Salve vorrei sapere se a Milano c’è la possibilità di vedere gli orologi dal vivo. Grazie
Salve Antonio,
Grazie per il vostro messaggio. Vendiamo i nostri orologi esclusivamente dal nostro sito web, quindi purtroppo non possiamo mostrarvi l’orlo fisicamente.
Tutti i proprietari hanno un diritto di restituzione di 30 giorni in modo che possiate provare l’orologio comodamente da casa vostra e restituirlo per un rimborso completo se non soddisfatti.
Rimango a disposizione e vi auguro una buona giornata.
Cordiali saluti,
Maurizio
bonjour , j’ai une code 41 A1 et je souhaite commander une X41 Aero-carbone .
Que dois-je faire ?
merci.
Bonjour José,
Merci pour votre message.
Je vous invite à vous inscrire à la liste d’attente de la X41
Bien à vous,
Sabrine
La courrone est vissée ?
Bonjour Serge,
La couronne n’est pas vissée mais pressée.
Belle journée,
Sabrine
OK ! JE CONTINUE …
Bonjour Claudio
Je possède une anomalie 02 depuis un an.
Je voudrais connaître le pris de la montre X41 aéro carbone.
Merci
PARGNY pascal
Bonjour Pascal,
Merci pour votre message. Le prix du X41 AeroCarbon commence à environ 5’940 CHF. Je vous invite à vous inscrire sur la liste d’attente de ce projet. Ainsi, vous serez informé de toutes les disponibilités et de tous les prix futurs 🙂
Je reste à votre disposition et vous souhaite une bonne journée.
Cordialement,
wer Repariert mir diese Uhr mal in 10 Jahren, und woher gibt es Ersatzteile, wenn der ganze Hype mal vorüber ist
Es stimmt, wir sind eine noch junge Marke. Die Angst, dass wir in einigen Jahren nicht mehr existieren, ist absolut berechtigt. Sie müssen sich jedoch keine Sorgen machen. Unser Partner, Timeless Manufacture, garantiert Ihnen alle Reparaturen und Wartungen Ihrer X41 Armbanduhr, selbst wenn es uns nicht mehr geben sollte.
J’ai reçu ma X41 bleue cette semaine, elle est magnifique !! Commandée en novembre 2019, elle est encore plus belle que sur les photos. Je la préfère avec mon bracelet métal que j’avais acheté pour mon Anomaly . Il faudrait préciser sur le site que ce bracelet s’adapte très bien sur la X41, c’est précisé « uniquement pour anomaly » à ce jour. Merci Code 41 ! Etienne
J’ai enfin reçu ma X41 elle est magnifique, merci bonne continuation à toutes l’équipe du travail d’orfèvre. Rapport qualité prix 👍
Bonjour Ernesto,
Merci pour votre message! nous sommes très heureux de savoir que votre X41 soit enfin à votre poignet et qu’elle soit à la hauteur de vos attentes 🙂
Nous nous réjouissons de vous comptez parmi notre communauté!
Sind die Gläser der X41 entspiegelt?
Ja, die Gläser der X41 sind Kratzfest und entspiegelt.
Bonjour,
Pouvez vous me confirmer que je suis inscris sur votre liste d’attente
Merci
Bonjour,
Vous êtes dorénavant bien inscrit à la liste d’attente pour la X41.
Merci pour votre soutien et belle journée,
Sabrine