The Albishorn Maxigraph features an automatic proprietary caliber with a unique regatta timer operated by a red anodized monopusher at nine o’clock, which is said to be the optimal position for a pusher, allowing for convenient actuation with the thumb. The crown position is also thoughtfully placed, making it easy to use while on-wrist yet still out of the way. After briefly wearing the watch in Geneva, Reporter Chris Roh can attest to these claims.
During operation, the retrograde regatta timer disengages once the countdown has reached zero, yet still allows the seconds hand to continue running instead of perpetually resetting the timer. When not actively timing, an indicator at four o’clock shows that the watch is running.
The Maxigraph has stolen Reporter Chris Roh’s heart, with its “vintage inspired” design done right. It’s not any one particular detail that won him over, but rather the overall perspective that Albishorn has of their design process. The purposeful design choices and the sense that every aspect of the watch was carefully considered are what make this timepiece stand out. Albishorn calls it “imaginary vintage,” as if there was an alternative history where watches were slightly different. This whimsical approach is backed up by thoughtful decisions and interesting watchmaking.
Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the Albishorn Maxigraph is that all of this, in small batch production, can be yours for less than $5,000.
