Introducing: The Maurice Lacroix 1975 Collection
Today, we take a look at the new Maurice Lacroix 1975 Collection. These watches represent a new line and celebrate the brand’s 50th anniversary. They are attractive choices as daily pieces that lean toward the dressy end of the spectrum. Best of all, there are a variety of dial colors and two diameters.
As a child of the ’80s, I can clearly remember Maurice Lacroix becoming very popular at the end of the decade and throughout the ’90s. Therefore, it surprised me that today’s 1975 Collection is being introduced as a 50th-anniversary celebration. Time flies, as they say! Still, don’t expect funky ’70s watches with psychedelic colors and angular cases. These models have a clean-cut and attractive aesthetic. They’re probably my favorite pieces from the brand.
The Maurice Lacroix 1975 Collection
To mark 50 years in business, the brand chose its most historic and important line as inspiration. Maurice Lacroix’s Les Classiques debuted in 1988 and turned the company into a household name. Indeed, one did not have to look far to see someone wearing a dress watch with an embedded Maurice Lacroix logo on the leather strap. Quite openly, I found those watches somewhat anonymous, and I’m thankful that the new lineup boasts a more distinctive look.
The 1975 Collection consists of 12 references. This sounds like a lot, but it’s not the case. There are three dial colors, two diameters, and the option of a quick-change strap or bracelet on all. Every model offers a stainless steel case with a 100m water resistance rating.
Three dial options and two diameters
In a move that should please most potential owners, the 1975 Collection references are available in 36mm or 40mm case sizes. Each has a 10mm thickness and a sapphire crystal on top. Regarding the dials, Maurice Lacroix offers blue, black, and silver with a sunray finish. Then, the dauphine hands, applied logo, indexes, and date frame are plated with rhodium. Also, a nice touch is the color-matched date wheel on each model. It’s nice to see a larger brand pay attention to this cohesive detail.
When considering the case, Maurice Lacroix made great efforts to add high levels of surface finishing. Indeed, we can see a mix of brushed and polished surfaces. These, along with the bright dial hardware, should help make this watch a sparkler in the light. The look is enhanced further when paired with the five-row bracelet with polished central and brushed outer links.
A smooth case shape
Admittedly, the 1975 Collection has a lovely case shape. The short, angled lugs should help with comfort and keep the lug-to-lug measurement to a reasonable size. Furthermore, I’m a fan of the polished and rounded bezel. The overall look is dressy but not fussy. The watch should work well for someone in an office environment, but it’s also versatile enough for casual situations.
The 1975 Collection uses the ML 115
Each watch is fitted with a screw-in stainless steel display case back. This shows off the ML 115 caliber, which is an automatic 26-jewel Sellita SW200-1. Maurice Lacroix adds some decoration, including a nickel-plated rotor with Côtes de Genève. Otherwise, all the specs are familiar, such as a frequency of 28,800vph and 38 hours of power reserve. A signed, flared crown at 3 o’clock handles time and date setting.
Pricing and availability
Maurice Lacroix has always offered high levels of value for the money. With the 1975 Collection, that ethos continues and does so with attractive and elegant watches. At €1,400 on a strap and €1,500 on the bracelet, regardless of the diameter, these are fairly priced. Regarding availability, Maurice Lacroix has an expansive global network of retailers, so sampling the collection should be easy. Most brands go over the top with a loud, audacious release in honor of an anniversary. Maurice Lacroix chose to celebrate in an understated manner, resulting in a new lineup of watches that should prove highly successful.
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