“Based in Paris, Reservoir produces mechanical timepieces that take inspiration from the functionality and the aesthetics of vintage measuring instruments, like counters, manometers or gauges. Their latest creation – the Sonomaster Chronograph – is also the first chronograph of the brand.”

“Luxury Swiss label Reservoir has created a special Father’s Day edit, complete with the RESERVOIR Kanister Silver, inspired by the R.P.M counter of the legendary 356 Speedster Car.”

The new RESERVOIR Sonomaster Chronograph is inspired by vintage audio amplifiers and VU meters, applying the concept of measuring sound to timekeeping. This bi-retrograde chronograph features retrograde hands for seconds and date, reminiscent of VU meters, and includes a central seconds hand, 30-minute counter, and 12-hour counter. Housed in a 43mm stainless steel case with a 60-hour power reserve, the design incorporates amplifier-style controls and Superluminova-treated hands. Limited to a strikingly aesthetic blend of horology and audio equipment design, it embodies RESERVOIR’s signature retrograde display.

“The new RESERVOIR collection takes its inspiration from measuring instruments widely used in the world of sound or Hi-Fi. The two retrograde hands of the new RESERVOIR Sonomaster Chronograph faithfully reproduce the hands of power measurements or VU meters from analog stereo amplifiers. This strong milestone for RESERVOIR celebrates the human quest to create pure sound, a musical exploration full of audacity and intensity.”

“Inspired by the dash of the mythical 356 Speedster automobile, the new model inaugurates a silver-coloured dial and the new Reservoir RSV-240 calibre.”

“French watchmaker Reservoir has often looked to the world of motoring for ideas, but with the opening of its first physical shop in The Maldives last year became inspired by water. This Hydrosphere Bronze watch resembles the pressure gauges of the first divers, with a single hand on the dial for a new way of reading the time. “