Méraud releases the Antigua, a revival of
the historical Landeron 248 caliber.
Ghent, Belgium – February 7, 2023 – Méraud Watch Co. presents the Antigua, a gorgeous manual chronograph watch with a NOS (New Old Stock) caliber, the Swiss Landeron 248, and design details that evoke a maritime racing heritage. Fruit of a three-year process,
the Antigua drop is a limited edition of 200 pieces.
The Antigua follows the resounding success of the Bonaire, launched in 2018 by the Belgian watch firm.
The Antigua was inspired by the golden age of chronograph designs, the 1960s and its Landeron 248 caliber.
The name is an ode to the Antigua Classic Regatta, and the subdial located at 3 can even be used to time a moving start of a yachting race.
Daring dial designs are available in two variants, deep Miho Black and cream Soft Sand.
The Antigua’s serrated uni-directional rotating bezel is lumed and contains a scratch-resistant sapphire, designed for an active lifestyle.
THREE YEARS IN THE MAKING, WELL WORTH THE WAIT
The story of the Antigua.
for a manual chronograph in 2019 after the brand’s
successful first launch. The caliber 248 was one of
a family of cam switching chronograph movements
widely used in the 1960s. The quest for the right
movement turned into a two-year hunt through
Switzerland.
“Any watch collector knows about the thrill of the
chase,” says Busschaert. “This watch represents a
historical movement in the watch world, as well as
my connection to the coast and eternal love for the
open sea.”
The search for perfection is evident in the design. Each
movement comes with a unique “Méraud” engraving
on the bridge and by using a see through caseback
it’s something to truly enjoy. With this release and
by manufacturing in Switzerland the brand is now
able to move up a step. It’s a positive evolution for
Méraud as a brand according to the founder.
MARITIME RACING HERITAGE
Inspired by Classic Regatta Races.
classic races worldwide, the Antigua Classic Yacht
Regatta in the Caribbean. The regatta timer on the
Antigua is used by yacht crews to count down to the
start of the race, allowing boats to build up speed
close to the starting line.
Managing a raceboat is physically demanding
and the crew must execute complex and highly
choreographed manoeuvres. A classic regatta also
oozes luxury and finesse.
We have embodied all of these characteristics into
the design of the Antigua.
Elegant but functional, the watch is waterproof up to
100 meters below sea level.
ELEGANTLY SHAPED
Sophisticated design concept.
watches, is the fusion of vintage classic design with
modern innovations. The two-layer dial epitomizes
this dichotomy, with its stepped dial referencing the
past, while the subdials have a distinct modern look.
A tachymeter on the outer step features Art Deco
numerals and returns in the “big-eye” 45-minutes
subdial.
The Antigua has a slim and sleek profile, with a
heigh of 13.50mm. The elegant case measures a
perfect 40mm at the bezel and 39mm at the case.
In addition, the case is finished with a mix of linear,
circular, high-polished and brushed finishes. The
refined chamfers on the lugs, drilled lug holes, a
dodecagonal caseback shape are elements that
reflect the same design language as the Bonaire.
COLLABORATION
Méraud & Molequin.
ABOUT : Méraud.
Founded in Ghent, Méraud Watch Co. offers high-quality, affordable, vintage-inspired watches, built to the
standard of modern engineering since 2018. Méraud provides solid, simple-to-use, beautiful timepieces
infused with the spirit of a passionate collector, designed in Belgium and made in Switzerland. Méraud
was founded by Stijn Busschaert, an expert on heritage timepieces and one of the leading members of the
Belgium Watch Club.
Learn more at www.meraud-watches.com.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Model name
Antigua (available in “Miho Black” and “Soft Sand”)
Case
40mm in diameter (bezel) – 39mm at the case.
13.5 mm in height.
316L stainless steel case and finished with brushed sides, circular brushed lugs with polished bevels, and
lug holes for easy strap changes. The case’s outer bezel edge and caseback are polished. Pressure tested
up to 10atm/100m.
Dial
Double layered dial finished in either gloss black (“Miho Black”) or a warm grainy cream color (“Soft
Sand”). The pastel colors bring calming and peaceful vibes. They have a soft look that is soothing and
easier on the eyes yet it does make the subdials stand out by offering a nice contrast. Applied dial indexes,
faceted and polished. Lume dots finished with “Old Radium” Swiss Super-LumiNova®
Hands
Large dauphine minute and hour hand combined with an orange “lollipop” seconds hand filled with
Swiss Super-LumiNova®. Pastel-colored running seconds hand at 9h, inspired by the shape of a nautical
compass. White or black colored minute hand at 3h, for better legibility
Movement
Swiss-Made, new old stock Landeron 248 caliber. Each caliber has been completely overhauled. The
bridge of each movement has been engraved with the Méraud logo. Manual chronograph caliber with
41h power reserve. No longer in production.
Bezel
Scratch resistant Sapphire “Bakelite” insert with luminous numerals and indicators.
Crystal
Both crystals (front and back) are made out of sapphire and treated with a colourless double anti-reflective
coating.
Strap
Two straps included. Comes on a Molequin leather strap made of French nubuck. Soft and silky to the
touch but equally resilient. There is an additional tropic rubber added to the package. A stainless steel
bracelet is separately available.