Frederique Constant continues to strengthen its accessible high-watchmaking proposition within its most integrated collection. The Geneva-based manufacture introduces the new Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture, a timepiece that pairs the poetic moonphase complication with a pointer date display. Housed in a balanced 39 mm steel case, this release represents a major technical upgrade by adopting the new in-house FC-716 calibre, backed by an extended 5-year warranty.
Integrated 39 mm Design and Sunray Dials
The three-piece stainless steel case combines brushed and polished surfaces, maintaining the dynamic design language of the Highlife range with its 39 mm diameter and 12.82 mm thickness. A distinctive detail of this launch lies in the dial’s sunray finish: rather than radiating from the traditional center, the pattern originates directly from the moonphase subdial at 6 o’clock, making the complication the visual anchor of the piece.
The brand offers two distinct aesthetic executions:
- Navy Blue (Ref. FC-716BL3NH6): A monochromatic blue layout featuring a subtle touch of color: the numeral “31” on the date indicator is highlighted in red to signal the end of each monthly cycle.
- Rose Champagne (Ref. FC-716RG3NH6): A dial playing with warm tones between gold and copper, creating a striking contrast against the deep starry blue moonphase disc.
🎯 Out-of-the-Box Versatility
Interchangeable Strap System
Both references come standard with two easily interchangeable strap options requiring no tools: a blue cross-hatched Saffiano calfskin leather strap and an integrated 5-link stainless steel bracelet alternating brushed and polished finishes.
Calibre FC-716: Extended Power Reserve and Fan Decorations
At the heart of this timepiece beats the new in-house automatic calibre FC-716. Thanks to a redesigned barrel and a new mainspring alloy, the movement increases its power reserve to 72 hours (3 full days). Through the transparent sapphire caseback, fine decorations are displayed, featuring perlage on the mainplate and signature fan-shaped Côtes de Genève finishing. Additionally, the moonphase representation at 6 o’clock displays a realistic moon surface complete with detailed shadows and reliefs.
Technical Specifications: Frederique Constant Highlife Moonphase Date Manufacture
| Specification | Technical Detail |
|---|---|
| References | FC-716BL3NH6 (Navy Blue) / FC-716RG3NH6 (Rose Champagne) |
| Case / Dimensions | 3-piece stainless steel (brushed & polished): 39 mm diameter × 12.82 mm thickness |
| Crystal / Water Resistance | Convex sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating / Water-resistant to 10 ATM (100 meters / 328 ft) |
| Dial | Navy blue or rose champagne with off-centered sunray finish from 6h; applied indices filled with Super-LumiNova® |
| Movement | In-house automatic calibre FC-716 (26 jewels, 28,800 vph / 4 Hz) |
| Power Reserve | 72 hours (3 days) |
| Functions | Hours, minutes, central seconds, realistic moonphase, and pointer date display at 6 o’clock |
| Strap Package | Blue Saffiano leather strap + 5-link stainless steel bracelet with folding buckle |
| Warranty / Price | 5-year official warranty / €4,795 (RRP) |
