Albishorn Voisin Aérosport Stainless Steel w/ Silver Dial (Arriving December 2026 - January 2027)

Albishorn introduces the Voisin Aérosport, an imaginary vintage watch conceived around the world of Gabriel Voisin and one of his most remarkable automobiles, the C28 Aérosport. With the Voisin Aérosport, Albishorn expands its universe beyond tool watches and extreme environments. It introduces a more restrained expression of the brand’s approach, rooted in engineering discipline, mechanical clarity and cultural ambition.

The Voisin Aérosport watch is conceived as a personal commission: an object Gabriel Voisin might have ordered for himself at the time of the C28 Aérosport. Its defining feature is a tridimensional sector dial constructed across distinct physical planes. Hours, minutes and seconds are organized through depth rather than graphics alone. The running seconds occupy their own sector at four o’clock, while the hours and minutes form the principal display and are themselves constructed from two separate dial elements. Information is therefore organized architecturally. The dial appears pure and restrained at first glance, while its construction reveals itself progressively when observed more closely. Its expression of Art Deco comes through structure rather than ornament.

The same approach extends to the case. At 38mm in diameter, the Voisin Aérosport adopts proportions consistent with its imaginary period character while retaining a contemporary presence on the wrist. Its overall height is just 9.60 mm including the sapphire crystals, and 8.90 mm without them. Its apparent simplicity conceals a highly complex construction based on a succession of steps, surfaces and contrasting finishes. The stepped bezel is divided into two distinct levels. Its upper surface is circular-grained, while the lower step is subtly inclined and mirror-polished. The contrast between the two changes with the light, emphasizing the geometry of the case without resorting to additional ornament. This construction continues through the caseband, where different levels are articulated by an inserted circular-grained ring. The lugs follow the same principle, with a two-step architecture and circular satin finishing across their upper surfaces. Rather than treating the bezel, caseband and lugs as separate elements, each contributes to a continuous architectural composition.

The unusual dial architecture required an equally particular mechanical solution. Powering the Voisin Aérosport is the ALB04 M, a large, 30mm hand-wound mechanical calibre whose proportions recall the chronometer movements of the 1930s. Based on an ébauche by Manufacture AMT, the movement has been specifically developed for the Voisin Aérosport to accommodate its unusual dial construction. The calibre supports two distinct dial assemblies: one dedicated to the sectorial running seconds at four o’clock and a second, main assembly carrying the hours and minutes. The latter is itself constructed in two parts, allowing the indications to occupy different physical levels. Movement and dial are therefore conceived as a single architecture. The tridimensional appearance of the Voisin Aérosport is not simply a decorative construction placed over a conventional calibre; it is made possible by the mechanical configuration beneath it. The choice of manual winding is equally deliberate. Winding the watch establishes a direct relationship between the wearer and the mechanism, reflecting a period in which interaction with mechanical objects was an ordinary part of daily life. The ALB04 is also COSC-certified, underscoring that precision is not treated as a technical footnote, but as a fundamental design requirement. The movement showcases a refined combination of traditional Swiss watchmaking finishes, highlighting the beauty of its mechanical architecture and the attention devoted to every detail.

The bridges are adorned with elegant, radiating Côtes de Genève, creating a distinctive play of light across their surfaces. The winding wheels feature fine double colimaçon, providing a subtle contrast to the linear decoration of the bridges. Traditional perlage decorates the mainplate, including the surfaces concealed beneath the dial. This meticulous finishing, applied even to components not normally visible, reflects a commitment to craftsmanship that extends beyond purely aesthetic considerations. The movement is further enhanced by polished screw heads, gold-toned engravings, and the vibrant accents of ruby jewels. The exposed balance assembly introduces additional visual depth, while the interplay of brushed, grained, and polished surfaces creates a harmonious and sophisticated composition. Together, these traditional finishing techniques celebrate the heritage of Swiss fine watchmaking, combining mechanical precision, meticulous craftsmanship, and understated elegance.

The Stainless Steel case measures 38mm x 9.6mm (including crystal) x 45.2mm lug-to-lug. Delivers with a taupe calfskin strap and a petrol blue calfskin strap, each fitted with an Albishorn-signed buckle. In addition, it is available with a stainless steel bracelet for an additional $775. Its design draws from traditional “bamboo” bracelets, reinterpreted in a more technical construction. Two discreet extension systems are integrated on each side of the bracelet, enabling quick adjustment directly on the wrist without removing the watch. All new Albishorn watches are backed by a 2 Year Warranty.

Limited to 99 unnumbered examples, with production carefully paced over three years.

A Voisin Aérosport w/ Ice Blue Dial is scheduled to arrive sometime between December 2026 - January 2027. To reserve this watch with a partial deposit, please contact brandon@horologybythesea.com. If you wish to pay in full you may do so using the checkout process... Thank you!