CIC 44 InVerto
The movement, brought to the front
The Lederer CIC 44 InVerto is one of Bernhard Lederer’s most uncompromising expressions of contemporary independent watchmaking. Rather than concealing its mechanical architecture beneath a conventional dial, the InVerto reverses the traditional hierarchy of the wristwatch: the movement itself becomes the face of the watch.
The concept originated from Lederer’s celebrated Central Impulse Chronometer, a movement inspired by the chronometric work of Abraham-Louis Breguet and George Daniels. For the InVerto, however, Lederer did far more than simply turn the calibre over. Its architecture was reworked so that the two independent gear trains, twin barrels, constant-force remontoires and central-impulse escapement could be observed directly from the wrist, without compromising the movement’s chronometric purpose.
Presented within a 44 mm black DLC-treated 904L stainless-steel case, the result is strikingly architectural. There is no traditional dial. Instead, the blackened bridges frame the calibre itself, punctuated by polished and gilded components and the rhythmic operation of the two constant-force mechanisms. The hour markers are incorporated into the domed sapphire crystal, allowing the mechanics to remain almost completely unobstructed.
At its heart is the manually wound Calibre CIC 9018, built around two independent barrels and gear trains feeding two escapement wheels. Each train incorporates a constant-force remontoire, regulating the delivery of energy to Lederer’s central-impulse escapement. The movement beats at 3 Hz and is chronometer certified, combining an unusually theatrical display with a fundamentally serious pursuit of precision.
Produced in a strictly limited edition of 18 pieces, the CIC 44 InVerto represents the more radical side of Lederer’s work: a watch in which the mechanism is no longer something to discover through the caseback, but the defining visual identity of the timepiece itself.
Technical Information
Case diameter:
44 mm
Case thickness:
12.20 mm
Case Material:
Steel 904
Movement:
CIC 9018, Mechanical
Lens:
Sapphire Crystal
Strap:
Black alligator, leather strap
Country of Manufacture:
Switzerland
Color:
Fully exposed inverted movement
ABOUT
Lederer
A Modern Pursuit of Chronometric Excellence
Lederer stands as one of the most intellectually driven voices in contemporary independent watchmaking. Founded by master watchmaker Bernhard Lederer, the brand is dedicated to a singular and uncompromising objective: the advancement of precision timekeeping through mechanical innovation.
In an era where aesthetics often take precedence, Lederer places chronometry at the very core of its philosophy. Every creation emerges from years of research, experimentation, and a relentless pursuit of stability, efficiency, and performance. The brand does not reinterpret the past — it studies it, challenges it, and refines it for the future.
Heritage Through Innovation
Bernhard Lederer’s career spans decades of exploration into escapement systems and energy transmission — the very heart of mechanical watchmaking. Drawing inspiration from the great horological minds of history, including Abraham-Louis Breguet and George Daniels, Lederer builds upon their foundations with contemporary solutions designed for modern reliability.
This commitment to research has resulted in patented developments and highly complex calibers that demonstrate not only technical brilliance, but intellectual courage. Lederer’s work proves that innovation in traditional watchmaking remains not only possible — but essential.
Precision as Philosophy
At Lederer, design serves function. Every bridge, wheel, and spring is conceived with purpose, ensuring optimal energy delivery and rate stability. Movements are constructed with architectural clarity, revealing their mechanical logic while maintaining aesthetic harmony.
Finishing is executed to the highest standards of independent haute horlogerie: sharp interior angles, refined surfaces, and meticulous hand-decoration. Yet these details are never ornamental alone — they support durability, longevity, and mechanical integrity.
The Independent Spirit
Lederer is more than a manufacturer. It is a philosophy grounded in curiosity, discipline, and respect for horological science. Operating independently allows the brand to explore solutions beyond convention — free from compromise, guided solely by the pursuit of excellence.
Each timepiece that bears the Lederer name represents decades of accumulated knowledge and a belief that true luxury lies in substance. For collectors who seek depth over display, and mastery over marketing, Lederer offers a rare proposition: timekeeping reduced to its most essential and most elevated form.
A living testament that the future of watchmaking belongs to those who dare to refine it.