The first edition of the fabulous X41 project appeared in March 2019. Having already disturbed the hushed world of watchmaking by offering total transparency on origin and costs and by giving the power to our community, we wanted to go even further by making Fine Watchmaking as widely accessible as possible.
The X41 has thrown off the luxury image associated with Fine Watchmaking in favor of focusing on the industry-leading expertise of Swiss watchmakers and the high quality of the components. The result: an exceptional piece with unbeatable magic and value for money.
Estimated delivery:
Mar-Apr 2022
Estimated delivery:
Apr-May 2022
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Price: from USD 5443
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Exclusive movement just for the CODE41 community
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Peripheral weight mastered by only a handful of brands
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Movement designed, made and assembled entirely in Switzerland in short production runs
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Unbeatable magic and value for money
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Finished and assembled by hand
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First community Fine Watchmaking movement
Everything is going wonderfully with production of the Edition 4, despite a slight delay due to Covid. Our watchmakers are currently assembling the 297 components that make up this exceptional movement. As for the previous editions, they've already made a lot of people happy. Some of them were even able to visit the workshops and follow the machining of their X41 movement as it happened. Pure joy!
The X41 is available in AeroCarbon and in Grade 5 Titanium. High-tech materials which reflect the strong and technical character of the case and dial. Each model is offered with a wide range of interchangeable straps.
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The AeroCarbon's case is made from a high-density carbon fiber used in aeronautics. Made for us on demand in France, the blocks are made up of over 300 layers, each positioned at 90º to the previous and compacted under 10 bars of pressure in an autoclave oven.
The AeroCarbon's case is made from a high-density carbon fiber used in aeronautics. Made for us on demand in France, the blocks are made up of over 300 layers, each positioned at 90º to the previous and compacted under 10 bars of pressure in an autoclave oven. This process guarantees an exceptional composite that's 2.5 times more resistant to bending than steel.
In addition, due to its high density, AeroCarbon is watertight without the need to add a titanium chamber, as is the case with the less dense and more porous carbon fiber typically used in watchmaking.
Titanium offers the comfortable advantage of being around two times lighter than steel. For this new edition, we've chosen grade 5 titanium instead of the grade 2 previously used. It is more expensive, but it is more resistant to scratches and offers finer detail in the finishing.
These are movements made in short production runs (around 50 to 1,000) according to an exclusive design and architecture. They are finished and assembled by hand. The time is typically displayed on the movement, with no dial, in order to showcase the magic of these mechanical sculptures.
Short run: ~50 to 1,000/year
Finished and assembled by hand
Advantages: Exceptional pieces, quintessential watchmaking, pure watchmaking art
Disadvantage: High cost ~1'000 $ to 2'500 $
Similar production to mass-produced movements, but all handled by the brand itself. Sometimes may be a simple modification of the base of a mass-produced movement.
Production: ~10,000/year
Advantage: Exclusive movement
Disadvantage: High cost ~300 $ to 800 $
Automated production: ~500,000/year
Advantage: Low cost ~30 $ to 150 $
Disadvantage: Same movement used by many other brands
So-called "automatic" mechanical movements are fitted with an oscillating weight that recharges the watch through movements of the wrist (no battery). As it oscillates from left to right, the weight rewinds the mainspring, which stores the energy required for the mechanism to function correctly.
The peripheral weight fitted to the X41 movement is a true technical feat mastered by only a handful of brands. It allows the movement to be less thick and the mechanism to be more visible.
The complexity of the X41 movement and the fact that a significant number of processes are performed by hand mean a relatively long production time. For this reason, X41 watches are only produced in short numbered production runs. Don't miss your chance to pre-order one of the few Edition 5 pieces available.
The complexity of the X41 movement and the fact that a significant number of processes are performed by hand mean a relatively long production time. For this reason, X41 watches are only produced in short numbered production runs.
For a watch to be Swiss Made, at least 60% of its value must come from Switzerland. The X41 project has reached 90%, therefore surpassing the criteria significantly. Such a large quantity of Swiss components is very rare! And yet the X41 watches will bear no mention of being Swiss Made, as CODE41 has been opposed to this misleading label since the very beginning.
The X41 project means unbeatable magic and value for money.
With our TTO label (Total Transparency on Origin), we've placed transparency at the heart of our approach. We clearly explain the costs of production and the mark-ups required for the project to be profitable, so that we can focus on what we're really passionate about: creating high-quality mechanical watches.
| Component / Process | Cost inc Taxes | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | 1'705 $ | Swiss |
| Titanium case, transparent back | 153 $ | China |
| Leather strap, deployment clasp | 35 $ | Italy/China |
| Assembly | 32 $ | Swiss |
| Packaging | 22 $ | China |
| Logistic | 44 $ | Swiss |
| Design & developement | 56 $ | Swiss |
| Total production costs | 2'047 $ | |
| Price from | USD 5443 |
| Component / Process | Cost inc Taxes | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | 1'705 $ | Swiss |
| AeroCarbon case, transparent back | 347 $ | France/Ukraine |
| Leather strap, deployment clasp | 35 $ | Italy/China |
| Assembly | 32 $ | Swiss |
| Packaging | 22 $ | China |
| Logistic | 44 $ | Swiss |
| Design & developement | 56 $ | Swiss |
| Total production costs | 2'241 $ | |
| Price from | USD 5948 |
Fine Watchmaking is associated with the world of luxury. The latter is synonymous with inaccessibility and social standing, which propels prices to artificially high levels. For the X41 movement, we've focused on the industry-leading expertise of Swiss watchmakers and the high quality of the components.
The retail price is not a result of market positioning, but rather a direct reflection of the costs of production.
| Case | X41 Titanium: Grade 5 Titanium 43% lighter than steel X41 AeroCarbon: AeroCarbon 2x lighter than titanium |
| Display | Grand Date / Hour, minute, second in center |
| Nighttime display | Luminova-coated hands and indices |
| Water resistance | 10 ATM (100 meters) Individually tested under pressurized chamber |
| Weight | X41 Titanium: 55 grams / 85 grams with leather strap X41 AeroCarbon: 45 grams / 75 grams with leather strap |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 42mm / Thickness: 11.7mm |
| Strap | Lug width 24mm / Simple tool-free assembly system |
| Case | X41 Titanium: Grade 5 Titanium 43% lighter than steel X41 AeroCarbon: AeroCarbon 2x lighter than titanium |
| Crystal | Sapphire on front and back Anti-reflective treatment |
| Display | Grand Date / Hour, minute, second in center |
| Nighttime display | Luminova on hands and indices |
| Watertightness | 10 ATM (100 meters) Individually tested under pressurized chamber |
| Weight | X41 Titanium: 55 grams / 85 grams with leather strap X41 AeroCarbon: 45 grams / 75 grams with leather strap |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 42mm / Thickness: 11.7mm |
| Strap | Lug width 24mm / Simple tool-free assembly system |
| Frequency | 28,800 vibrations per hour / 4[Hz] |
| Precision | -2/+10 seconds per day |
| Power reserve | 45 hours (when not in use) |
| Number of jewels | 33 |
| Number of components | 297 |
| Rewinding | Automatic via peripheral oscillating weight |
| Pivots | Tempered rolled steel. High-quality treatment preventing premature wear of the pivots |
| Fine-tuned in 5 positions | Each movement's precision tested in 5 positions |
Developing a Fine Watchmaking manufacture movement isn't something you can just improvise. That's why we've called on one of the best designers in Switzerland. Timeless stands out from the rest because they produce all of the components that make up their movements in-house, except for the balance wheel.
In the event of a technical issue, your watch will be collected at our expense and repaired as quickly as possible.
Even though the X41 movement has been developed exclusively for our community, the reliability of its critical components was optimized a number of years ago.
If you're not 100% happy with the X41, you have 30 days to return it for free, unused and in its original packaging.
As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it free of charge at any time.
As long as your order has not yet been dispatched, you can cancel it free of charge or modify your choice of strap, while stocks last. From the date of delivery, you have 30 days to return it free of charge, unused and in its original packaging, to enjoy a full refund.
No. We've implemented a system in our cart that allows your country's respective customs duties and VAT to be calculated and paid automatically. So you won't have to pay anything upon receipt of your watch.
For a watch to be Swiss Made, at least 60% of its value must come from Switzerland, its movement must be Swiss, and it must be assembled in Switzerland. That means that a Swiss Made watch can be of great quality while still containing many components from other countries.
In the interests of clarity, we've opted for total transparency and select both Swiss and foreign components for their distinctive nature and high value for money, rather than to meet the criteria of a misleading label. That's why, even though the majority of our models comfortably meet the requirements, we've decided not to affix the Swiss Made label to our watches.
In order to avoid unsold stock, the gray market and waste, we decided to implement a pre-order system. It seemed more logical to only produce the quantities that have already been sold. Consequently, once or twice a year we launch pre-orders for a new edition over a period of 2 to 4 weeks. Delivery typically takes place 8 to 10 months later. While you wait, we allow you to experience the birth of your watch through liberal amounts of photos and videos.
No. All of our X41 movements are individually tested by our watchmakers in 5 different positions and precision tuned to similar criteria as the COSC. In addition, this certification would lead to an increase of several hundreds of euros in the retail price without adding providing any real added value.
The X41 watches are covered by a special 3-year guarantee instead of 2 from the date of receipt. In the event of technical problems, all you need to do is contact us and we'll organize both the return transport and repair.
For each collection, we decide the per-batch quantity according to our suppliers' monthly production capacity. In the case of the X41 project, this will be 150 pieces per month.
During pre-orders, once the first batch has sold out, a new batch is opened with a delivery date one month later than the former. For each edition, we only produce a maximum of 3 or 4 batches.
The X41 watches have a lug width of 24mm. The straps are compatible with the ANOMALY-01, ANOMALY-02, ANOMALY EVOLUTION 42mm and NB24 watches. Both the DAY41 37 and 40mm and ANOMALY EVOLUTION 38mm, on the other hand, have a lug width of 21mm and require straps which are not suitable for other models.
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Belles montres!!
Malheureusement je trouve dommageable ce genre de comparatif “transparence” par les jeunes marques avec les grandes maisons de haute horlogerie qui elle ne le font pas.
Merci pour le compliment 😊
Concernant notre souhait de rester transparents sur l’origine de nos composants et la marge bénéficiaire que nous appliquons, il s’agit en effet de valeurs qui nous sont chers et qu’il nous tient de mettre avant 🙂
avez vous un projet pour une montre tourbillon?
Bonjour Clément 🙂
Nous avons eu plusieurs demandes à ce sujet et soyez sûr que nous la prenons en considération! Mais rien de sûr pour le moment…affaire à suivre 🙃
looks and sounds great. am waiting for your advice as to how one proceeds
Hi 🙂
If you are interested to get an X41 it is unfortunately too late :/ .You have just missed our pre-orders that took place the lasts weeks. Stay connected to learn more on our next projects or further watch editions! There might be something that will catch your eye again…who knows ? 😉
Très belle montre elle sont fabriqués en Chine donc la main d oeuvre est beaucoup moins chère alors je ne pense pas que cette montre Valent si chère
Bonjour Yvon,
Elles sont bien fabriquées en Suisse, je vous rassure 😁😉 Nous ne faisons simplement pas de grosses marges, d’où le prix correct (qui n’égale tout de même pas les prix chinois 😅)
Bonjour et bravo à l’équipe, quel bonheur pour nos yeux !
Cette montre libère une magnificence extraordinaire et confirme assurément que le cerveau humain n’est près d’être utilisé à 100% de ces capacités, contrairement à ceux qui pensent que nous touchons le fond… Soyez fiers de vos œuvres et continuez à surprendre.
Merci beaucoup…
Par contre, je suis dans l’obligation de me désinscrire : il m’est impossible d’acquérir ce fabuleux objet. Tout à fait conscient que cela vaut de l’argent, je vais laisser acquérir ce petit bonheur à quelqu’un qui en a les moyens. Encore merci de m’avoir lu jusqu’à la fin, en espérant qu’un jour la pension de retraite me permettra de relever ma manche pour regarder… ma jolie montre !
Bien cordialement.
P. Joyau
Bonjour 🙂
Quel plaisir de lire votre message 😊 ! C’est nous qui vous remercions de votre confiance et de votre intérêts pour nos projets ! Nous essayons de mettre tout en oeuvre pour rendre accessible ce que l’horlogerie fait de mieux et nous espérons de pouvoir continuer à vous compter parmi notre communauté. Par ailleurs, sachez que la X41 est également disponible via un paiement échelonné rn six mensualités. Peut-être est-ce une option pour vous ? N’hésitez pas à nous contacter si vous avez d’autres questions 🙂
envoyez moi des détails clairs et précis sur le projet de votre prochaine montre en mentionnant clairement comment je pourrai intervenir pour faire faire un modèle choisi par moi . Merci d’avance . Franck Noisiez .
Bonjour 🙂
Nous n’avons pas encore d’informations à communiquer quant à notre nouveau projet. Nous partagerons comme d’accoutumée cette informations avec toute notre communauté et avancerons sur ce projet avec votre aide !
Aussi, nous ne proposons malheureusement pas encore de personnalisation :/ Mais nous prenons note de la suggestion ! 😁
To remove the China made component, would you offer a choice to opt this out next year?
Hi 🙂
The only movement coming from Asia is in our ANOMALY 01 watch, the others are Swiss Made. Concerning the other watches, our NB24 and X41 models match the “Swiss Made” label and, for the X41, go even beyond! we unfortunately have no information about our upcoming new projets for the moment but will let you know as soon as we can by our Newsletter 🙂
No me ha quedado claro la composición del vidrio es de zafiro
Buenos días,
Si, los vidrios son de Zafiro 😉😉
What is the cost range?
starts at $6500
Comment peut-on avoir un contact téléphonique avec vous ? Je ne trouve pas votre numéro de téléphone nulle part et j’aurais aimé pouvoir communiquer oralement avec vous. Je ne vois rien au sujet des montres féminines
Bonjour 🙂
Vous trouverez nos informations de contact sur cette page : https://code41watches.com/fr/contact/
On se réjouit d’échanger avec vous ! 😎☎
Nous n’avons pas de modèles à proprement parlé féminin, mais notre collection DAY41 avait été pensée pour avec notamment des dimensions plus petites : 38mm. Vous pouvez consulter nos modèles ici : https://code41watches.com/fr/projects/day41/