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The Baume and Mercier Clifton range blends classical watchmaking cues with modern styling. Launched initially in 2012, Baume and Mercier’s Clifton pieces are inspired by the company’s history but feature modern dimensions and hi-tech mechanical movements that make them flexible enough to wear for any occasion.
View our selection of Baume and Mercier Clifton watches, including models from the Clifton Baumatic collection. Available in a variety of case sizes, materials, dial configurations and complications the Clifton is the perfect choice if you are searching for a Swiss luxury watch that can be worn for any occasion.
Our team of professionals at 1010 Boutique would be glad to advise you on Baume and Mercier Clifton watches, just call us today on 0161 468 2780.
The Clifton is designed around a classic round case with refined lines and carefully balanced proportions. Its appearance takes inspiration from Baume and Mercier’s historic timepieces, but the collection has been developed with the modern wearer in mind.
This makes a Clifton watch particularly versatile. Its understated design can work equally well with business attire, smart casual clothing or more formal occasions, without looking out of place.
The collection is available in a variety of case materials and finishes, including stainless steel and precious metal options. Different dial designs also allow you to choose between a more traditional appearance and something with greater visual impact.
At the heart of the collection is the Clifton Baumatic range, which features Baume and Mercier’s in-house manufactured Baumatic movements.
The BM13 and BM14 movements have been developed for a variety of applications, from straightforward time and date models to watches incorporating more advanced complications. The range includes chronographs, complete calendars and perpetual calendars, giving collectors plenty of choice depending on the features they want from their watch.
Some Clifton Baumatic models also offer impressive power reserves and precision, making them particularly appealing to collectors who appreciate the engineering behind a mechanical watch.
The movement is not simply hidden away inside the case either. Selected models feature a sapphire crystal case back, allowing you to view the mechanical movement and appreciate the finishing and construction.
The Day Date Moonphase is a brand new model from Baume and Mercier for 2020 that raises the bar yet again. With a slightly larger case size at 42mm and 13.2mm thick, it is available in pink gold (10547) or steel (10548), the Day Date Moonphase is not afraid to make a statement.
In the same vein as the smaller siblings, the Moonphase boasts a beautifully crafted case with perfect transitions between case & lug, highly polished on the tops and the bezel, with satin sides giving a sharp contrast between the two. The dial, a graduated grey that darkens to the outer edges is perfectly balanced and manages not to feel overcrowded despite the amount of information on display. The rhodium-plated indices have been individually designed so as not to interfere with any of the features that they are close to – highlighting the level of detail that has been considered. The jewel in the crown with the Moonphase has to be the stunning moon phase dial, set against a star scattered sky and partially hidden behind a smoky grey slice of sapphire. Perhaps the most beautiful dial to come from Baume and Mercier in the past decade, it is safely protected by a slightly domed anti-scratch and anti-glare sapphire crystal.
The Day Date Moonphase is presented on a sumptuous deep blue alligator strap that marries perfectly with the case due to the rounded ends and bars. The strap can easily be interchanged without tools due to the built-in quick-change mechanism. The in-house COSC certified BM14-1975A C2 movement, decorated with Côtes de Genéve and snailing, can be appreciated through the sapphire case back.
The Clifton collection features timepieces in 40mm, 42mm and 43mm case sizes, allowing you to select a size that is comfortable for you and compliments your wrist.
You should also take case size into consideration with the general aesthetic of the watch, for instance a 40mm wear is generally more under the radar, while the 42mm and 43mm are generally more wrist filling.
Alternatively, you can opt for a complication. A simple Date & Time complication keeps the design crisp and simple, whereas a Chronograph or Calendar complications enhance the appearance and adds more features.
Strap and bracelet offerings is an additional feature that allow you to customise your Clifton. In addition to the leather strap, there are stainless steel bracelets available which can be selected to craft a daily look.
One of the Clifton’s strongest qualities is its versatility. Rather than being designed solely as a formal dress watch or a sports watch, it occupies a comfortable middle ground.
The refined case design gives it a sophisticated appearance, while the robust construction and range of automatic movements make it suitable for regular wear. This makes the Clifton a strong choice for someone looking for one luxury watch that can accompany them through different occasions.
For collectors, the range of complications and different configurations also means there is scope to find a Clifton that feels distinctive rather than simply choosing a standard three-hand model.
With different case sizes, movements, complications, straps and finishes available, selecting the right Baume and Mercier Clifton can sometimes feel overwhelming.
Here at 1010 Boutique, we can guide you through each watch and help you choose the model that feels comfortable on your wrist and suits your life and style. We can compare the various Baumatic movements, detail the options available in terms of complications, and help you choose your perfect case size and configuration.
Being official Baume and Mercier agents, we can give you the right advice from the very start when choosing your new watch, whether it is your first Swiss high-end watch or another Clifton for your collection.
If you’re unsure about which Baume and Mercier Clifton watch to choose, give our friendly team a call on 0161 468 2780 for professional advice.
