Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

The Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 is a pinnacle of Japanese haute horlogerie, unveiled in April 2026 to mark Credor’s debut at Watches and Wonders Geneva. This limited edition masterpiece serves as a celebration of three decades of engraving mastery, blending ultra-thin mechanical engineering with breathtaking artisanal craftsmanship.

Concept and Inspiration

Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

The "Goldfeather" name traces its lineage back to 1960, when Seiko introduced the world’s thinnest three-hand watch. The modern GBCF997 reinterprets this heritage through the lens of a feather: thin, light, smooth, and graceful. Unlike previous editions that utilized colorful lacquer, the GBCF997 focuses on a monochromatic, architectural beauty, using light and shadow to evoke the delicate texture of a bird's plumage through metalwork.

Case and Dimensions

Case Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

The watch is housed in a hand-polished Platinum 950 case, meticulously finished by skilled craftsmen to ensure a mirror-like shine and ergonomic comfort. The watch features a refined 38.6 mm diameter, lug-to-lug distance is 45.2mm, and a remarkably slim 8.6 mm thickness, paired with a box-shaped sapphire crystal that includes an anti-reflective coating on the inner surface to add vintage warmth to its modern silhouette. Furthermore, its 3 bar (30 meters) water resistance underscores its identity as a sophisticated and elegant dress watch.

Design and Dial Artistry

Dial Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

The dial is a stunning display of manual engraving. Using a specialized grinding technique, artisans create a radial pattern that emanates from the center, giving the platinum surface a satin-like, shimmering quality that diffuses light softly. The Roman numerals are hand-engraved in relief with sharp, clean lines.

Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition making

The minute track features nanako engraving—a traditional Japanese technique where a series of tiny, perfectly aligned dots are punched with a round-tipped chisel, adding a subtle, diamond-like brilliance. At the 9 o’clock position, the tourbillon is showcased under a blue, open-worked bridge, creating a vivid contrast against the silver-toned dial.

Tourbillon at 9 o'clock

The Movement: Caliber 6850

Movement caliber 6850 in Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

Powering this masterpiece is the Caliber 6850, an ultra-thin, manual-winding tourbillon movement. Measuring only 3.98 mm thick, it is a feat of micro-engineering where components are as thin as 0.25 mm. The movement’s back is just as ornate as the front. Linear engravings radiate from the tourbillon bridge across four separate components, requiring absolute precision to ensure the lines align perfectly. It also features the arashi (storm) pattern—scattered dots engraved with a hexagonal chisel. The movement has a 60-hour power reserve, 21,600 vibrations per hour, and 22 jewels.

Strap and Exclusivity

Leather strap on Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 Limited Edition

The GBCF997 is paired with a sophisticated black crocodile leather strap, sourced from sustainable tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group. It features a three-fold clasp made of Platinum 950 with a secure push-button release. As a testament to the time required for such intricate hand-engraving, the Credor Goldfeather Tourbillon Engraved GBCF997 is a limited edition of only 25 pieces worldwide, retailing for approximately EUR 195,000. It stands not just as a timekeeper, but as a wearable work of art that captures the soul of Japanese craftsmanship.