Automatic watchmaking according to Charlie

Immerse yourself in the refined world of automatic watches designed with passion and expertise. At Charlie, we celebrate the timeless art of watchmaking by combining quality automatic movements, such as those from Citizen Miyota, Soprod, La Joux-Perret, with carefully crafted design. Explore our collections rich in horological complications, such as mesmerizing moon phases, precise chronographs, functional calendars and useful power reserve displays. Every intricate detail is the result of technical know-how acquired over years, reflecting our commitment to precision. Some of our automatic watch models feature a particular charm with skeletonized or open-heart dials, revealing the delicate internal movements that drive your watch. Our automatic watch models are equipped with a transparent caseback, providing your gaze with a fascinating window into the meticulous engineering at work inside. This feature allows you to fully appreciate the complex and precise mechanisms that drive the watch, adding a captivating dimension to your watchmaking experience. Manufacturing quality is inscribed in the DNA of each Charlie watch. The 316L stainless steel cases ensure long-term durability, resisting the hazards of daily life. Your watch deserves protection worthy of its splendor. Shatterproof and scratch-resistant sapphire lenses provide crystal clarity while ensuring high resistance to scratches and impacts. Enjoy the crisp display and peace of mind that comes with every Charlie watch. Whatever your adventure, our watches are ready to accompany you. Models waterproof up to 300 meters are designed for water sports enthusiasts, while our city watches add a touch of sophistication to your everyday life. Charlie is the perfect alliance between functionality, design and French craftsmanship.

The timeless elegance of automatic watches

At Charlie, creativity meets precision. Our watches are designed with passion and assembled with care in France. Each watch is the result of a meticulous process, where design is fused with the quality of our movements. It is in our workshops that timepieces are born that overcome ephemeral trends to become iconic pieces. Our men's automatic watches are powered by robust and reliable automatic movements. Whether you opt for the Japanese precision of MIYOTA, the Swiss reliability of SOPROD, or the know-how of La Joux-Perret, each heartbeat of your Charlie watch embodies technical mastery developed by our watchmakers. At Charlie, we understand that wearing a watch is an expression of one's personality. This is why our automatic watches are equipped with interchangeable straps in leather, steel or Milanese mesh. Give yourself the flexibility to personalize your watch according to your mood and your outfit of the day. From the office to an elegant evening, your watch fits perfectly with your dynamic lifestyle.

The advantages of Charlie automatic watches

The choice between an automatic watch and a quartz watch goes far beyond simply measuring time. Each of these watch mechanisms offers a unique experience, but Charlie automatic watches have distinct advantages that may appeal to discerning watch enthusiasts. Automatic watches represent the heritage of traditional watchmaking. Featuring a complex mechanism of cogs, gears and springs, these watches are true mechanical works of art. Each component is meticulously designed to work in harmony, reflecting the artisanal expertise of our watchmakers. One of the most distinctive advantages of automatic watches is their movement. Powered by the simple movement of the wearer's wrist, they eliminate the need to replace batteries on a quartz movement watch. This not only turns out to be practical, but also environmentally friendly. Small detail, with an automatic movement, the seconds hand slides continuously around the dial, creating an elegant visual fluidity. Unlike quartz watches, where each second is marked by pulses, the smooth transition of the second hand on an automatic watch provides a time experience that is both subtle and captivating. Automatic watches, while captivating in their continuous movement, can exhibit slight variation in accuracy. With a tolerance of between -4 and +10 seconds per day, or even -10 and +30 seconds, these watches offer a more organic approach to time, highlighting the artisanal aspect of their mechanism and leaving room for an authentic watchmaking experience.