While Scandinavian outfit Corniche built its reputation on elegant circular dress watches, the Corniche Visionnaire Sandblasted Steel represents a bold, architectural departure into rectangular geometry.
Measuring a refined 24mm in width by 39.5mm in length, the case trades traditional high-polish dress surfaces for a tactical, matte sandblasted stainless steel finish. The side flanks feature subtly sculpted curves that soften the rigid lines of the classic “tank” silhouette, creating a fluid transition from lug to lug.
At a remarkably slender 7.4mm in thickness, the Visionnaire slides effortlessly under tailored shirt cuffs while delivering a modern, structural presence on the wrist.
* Case Dimensions: 24.0mm Width × 39.5mm Length × 7.4mm Depth
* Case Material: Sandblasted 316L Stainless Steel
* Dial Material: Natural Mother-of-Pearl w/ Applied Indices & BGW9 Lume
* Movement Engine: Ultra-Slim Japanese Miyota Quartz Calibre
* Glass & Water Rating: Sapphire w/ 7-Layer AR Coating | 5 ATM / 50mIridescent Mother-of-Pearl & Luminous Precision
Framed beneath a flat sapphire crystal treated with seven layers of anti-reflective coating and an anti-fingerprint layer, the dial is crafted from iridescent natural mother-of-pearl.
The organic shell substrate catches ambient light in shifting hues of white, silver, and subtle violet, contrasting brilliantly against the muted, sandblasted steel case.
Elongated applied hour markers and sharp dauphine hands are filled with BGW9 Super-LumiNova, offering a crisp, cool-blue nocturnal glow rarely found on rectangular dress timepieces.
The dial layout remains clean, balanced, and uncluttered, allowing the natural organic grain of the mother-of-pearl to serve as the dominant visual centre-piece.
Everyday Ergonomics & Tailored Textiles
Powering the Visionnaire is an ultra-slim Japanese Miyota quartz movement. Chosen specifically to maintain the watch’s featherlight 7.4mm profile, the quartz engine eliminates winding fuss and mechanical bulk, delivering grab-and-go accuracy backed by a practical 50-metre (5 ATM) water resistance rating.
The watch comes fitted with a unique 18mm Japanese cotton-hemp strap produced by historical textile maker Fujikinbai, providing a textured, sustainable touch that complements the sandblasted steel pin buckle.
Produced in strictly restricted quantities, the Corniche Visionnaire stands as an exceptionally compelling option for collectors seeking vintage Art Deco elegance re-imagined through contemporary microbrand refinement.
