Kerbedanz / Maxima GR8 39mm Ceramic Editions

Key Highlights

• Two Maxima GR8 39mm editions in Black Ceramic and White Ceramic, conceived as a Yin–Yang-inspired pair.
• Central one-minute flying tourbillon with peripheral hour and minute display, driven by the automatic KRB-13 calibre.
• 39 mm ceramic cases with domed double-sided anti-reflective sapphire crystal and 50-metre water resistance.
• Openworked dials designed, manufactured and hand-decorated in-house by Kerbedanz in Neuchâtel.
• Each ceramic edition limited to 28 pieces worldwide at CHF 130,000 excluding taxes.

A Yin–Yang Dialogue in Ceramic

Kerbedanz extends the Maxima GR8 line with two 39 mm ceramic references that follow earlier executions in monocrystalline sapphire. High-performance ceramic is used to express the duality of black and white, shadow and light, within the same central tourbillon architecture.

The Black Ceramic Edition has a matte, graphic presence, while the White Ceramic Edition brings clarity and luminosity. Together they form a contemporary Yin–Yang pairing, with the one-minute central flying tourbillon acting as the shared core and visual anchor.

The Central Flying Tourbillon as the Focal Point

Both editions are powered by the automatic KRB-13 calibre built around a central flying tourbillon with a variable inertia balance wheel. Positioned at the heart of the dial, its one-minute rotation becomes the focus, framed by a peripheral hour and minute display that lets time be read around the moving centre.

The movement comprises 233 components and 32 jewels, with two barrels in parallel delivering a 65-hour power reserve and a 4 Hz (28,800 vph) frequency. The architecture serves as both technical engine and sculptural element, fully integrated into the Maxima GR8 design.

High-Performance Ceramic and Case Architecture

Kerbedanz selects high-performance ceramic for its hardness, scratch resistance and low weight. In black, the material takes on a stealth-like finish, while the white execution uses the same lines to create a brighter presence on the wrist.

The 39 mm case is paired with a domed sapphire crystal treated with anti-reflective coatings on both sides, ensuring a clear view into the openworked dial. Water resistance to 50 metres adds practicality, and the finishing of each surface underlines the Maxima GR8’s structural lines around the central tourbillon.

Openworked Dials with In-House Craftsmanship

Both ceramic editions feature openworked dials designed, manufactured and hand-decorated in-house, allowing Kerbedanz to control the relationship between mechanics and aesthetics. The geometry of the bridges and the play of voids and structures frame the tourbillon and keep the peripheral hour and minute indications legible.

The openworking makes the path of energy from the twin barrels through the gear train to the tourbillon visible at a glance. Decoration is applied with restraint, reflecting the Maison’s grounding in artistic, symbolic watchmaking.

Limited Editions with Contemporary Wearability

To position the Maxima GR8 as a daily option, Kerbedanz pairs both ceramic references with a rubber strap and titanium deployant buckle. An interchangeable system is integrated so straps can be changed without interrupting the case lines, aligning a central tourbillon complication with relaxed, modern wear.

Each ceramic version is limited to 28 pieces worldwide, with an MSRP of CHF 130,000 excluding taxes for both the Black Ceramic and White Ceramic editions. Within Kerbedanz’s trajectory from bespoke symbolic creations to emblematic collections, the Maxima GR8 39 mm ceramic executions act as statements of identity that combine mechanical substance, graphic design and a narrative built around central tourbillon expertise.

Why It Matters

For collectors across the GCC, the Maxima GR8 39 mm ceramic editions deliver independent Swiss watchmaking centred on a flying tourbillon and an automatic movement that emphasises visual theatre. The Yin–Yang storytelling, strictly limited runs of 28 pieces per colour and the blend of ceramic cases with rubber straps align with regional tastes for advanced, assertive watches with clear exclusivity.

For information on availability and private viewings in the region, we recommend contacting your trusted Kerbedanz partner or concierge and registering your interest to stay informed on future limited creations.