A moment of evasion
The Gumball 3000 is an international rally road (4,800 km) which takes place on public roads, with different route around the…
A concept and a unique expertise
The Valbray revolutionary obturator system, that recalls the intensity diaphragms of photography, is a pure example of a contemporary micro-mechanical masterpiece, applied in watchmaking tradition.
The system is composed of 16 extra thin blades, entirely integrated in a rotating bezel measuring only 45 mm in diameter and 7 mm in width. The diaphragm opens and closes by slowly sliding the blades on each other on a constant and regular circular shape. Protected by three layers of ultra technical coating, they maintain their elasticity and color and resist to rubbing.
The Valbray Spirit
The fuel behind the Valbray adventure is its values. Together they form the guiding principles that govern every aspect of its creations.
These unique ingredients enable Valbray to design and manufacture interactive high-end timepieces with a distinctive character, keeping a meticulous attention to details. To achieve this, Valbray remains steadfast in its decision to edit each watch in a limited number of pieces and select carefully all the materials to ensure an incomparable technical and esthetical result.
History
Every tales shares the same basic ingredients: one or more protagonists, a crucial meeting a dream, a symbol or a phrase. Valbray is not an exception.
The independent watchmaking brand based in Lausanne, began its adventure in 2009 when two passionate people, an engineer and a designer, crossed paths…





