Tonneau Creux

Tonneau case. 3D hollow. Luminous. The watch that shows its architecture.

Tonneau Creux is a men’s quartz watch built around two of the most distinctive features in contemporary watchmaking — the tonneau case and the 3D hollow design. The tonneau case is a barrel-shaped form that curves at the sides, giving the watch a sculptural, architectural quality that stands apart from the round dials that dominate the market. The 3D hollow design cuts through the dial to reveal the structure beneath — a watch that shows its own architecture, that makes the space inside the case part of the design. Waterproof. Luminous. A black shell case with three vivid accent colourways — Green, Orange, and Red — each one a distinct character, each one built around the same bold, architectural form. A watch for the man who wants his timepiece to have a point of view.

The Details

• Case shape: Tonneau (barrel-shaped)
• Design: 3D hollow — open-work dial revealing the case architecture
• Case: Black shell
• Movement: Quartz
• Dial feature: Luminous — readable in low light and darkness
• Water resistance: Waterproof
• Colourways: Black Shell Green, Black Shell Orange, Black Shell Red
• Gender: Men’s
• Occasion: Everyday, casual, sport, gifting, statement wear

The Tonneau Case

The tonneau case is one of the oldest and most distinctive case shapes in watchmaking — a barrel form that curves at the sides, giving the watch a sculptural quality that round cases cannot achieve. Named after the French word for barrel (tonneau), this case shape has been used by some of the most respected watchmakers in history as a way to give a watch a distinctive, architectural presence on the wrist. Tonneau Creux takes this form and pushes it further with the 3D hollow design — a case that is not just shaped differently, but structured differently, with the hollow design making the architecture of the case visible from the front.

The 3D Hollow Design

The 3D hollow design is an open-work treatment that cuts through the dial to reveal the structure of the case beneath. Where a standard dial covers the interior of the case completely, the hollow design removes material from the dial to create a three-dimensional effect — a watch that has depth and architecture, not just a flat face. The result is a dial that reads as bold and considered from a distance, and rewards a closer look with the detail of the hollow structure. A watch that shows its own architecture.

Design & Craft

• Tonneau (barrel-shaped) case — a sculptural, architectural form that stands apart from round dials
• 3D hollow open-work design — cuts through the dial to reveal the case architecture beneath
• Black shell case — a bold, dark base that makes the vivid accent colourways read with maximum contrast
• Luminous dial — absorbs light during the day and emits a readable glow in low light and darkness
• Waterproof construction — suitable for everyday wear without removing the watch
• Quartz movement — precise, reliable, and low-maintenance
• Three vivid accent colourways — Green, Orange, Red — each a distinct character against the black shell base

The Colour Story

Black Shell Green — The most contemporary and the most distinctive. The green accent against the black shell reads as fresh, bold, and immediately eye-catching — a colour combination that has become one of the defining tones of contemporary men’s watchmaking. The green accent gives the hollow design its most vivid and most architectural reading. Pairs with black, white, olive, and earth tones.

Black Shell Orange — The most energetic and the most expressive. The orange accent against the black shell reads as vivid, confident, and immediately bold — a colour combination that reads as both sporty and fashion-forward. The orange accent gives the hollow design its most vivid and most energetic reading. Pairs with black, white, and monochrome outfits for maximum impact.

Black Shell Red — The most classic and the most powerful. The red accent against the black shell reads as bold, precise, and immediately commanding — a colour combination with a long history in men’s watchmaking, from racing chronographs to dive watches. The red accent gives the hollow design its most dramatic and most considered reading. Pairs with black, white, grey, and monochrome outfits.

Styling Note

Tonneau Creux is a watch that leads the outfit. The tonneau case and 3D hollow design give it a presence on the wrist that round dials cannot match — a watch that reads as architectural and considered from across the room, and rewards a closer look with the detail of the hollow structure. The black shell base makes the vivid accent colourways read with maximum contrast — the Green, Orange, and Red accents are vivid against the dark base in a way that would be impossible on a lighter case. The luminous dial means the watch is readable in any light condition. Wear it as the statement piece of the wrist — it does not need to compete with other accessories to have presence. A considered gift for any man who wants a watch that has a point of view and shows its architecture.

Care Instructions

• The watch is waterproof for everyday wear — suitable for rain and splashes
• Expose the luminous dial to strong light before low-light situations for maximum glow intensity
• Wipe the case gently with a soft, dry cloth after wear to maintain the black shell finish
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• The 3D hollow design has open areas in the dial — avoid exposing the watch to fine dust or particles that could accumulate in the hollow structure