New Dials for Lebois & Co, with the Heritage Chronograph Linéaire

Founded in 1934 by Raymond Dodane, Lebois & Co. built its reputation during the golden age of mechanical watchmaking, crafting elegant, precision-driven chronographs. After decades of dormancy, the brand was revived in 2016 by a Dutchman, Tom van Wijlick, with a clear mission: to honour its heritage through nicely executed timepieces inspired by its vintage archives. The Heritage Chronograph series, introduced in 2023, has delivered several captivating references, including the black-and-gold version and the very recent Heritage Chronograph Atelier “Coquille d’œuf” with a Grand feu enamel dial. But there’s more to come. 

The Heritage Chronograph Linéaire is an elegant reissue concept blending historic Lebois designs with contemporary craftsmanship; a recipe that works. The 39mm 316L stainless steel case measures 10.5mm thick (13.9mm including the crystal), with brushed and polished finishes. Rectangular pushers flank the fluted crown with the brand´s logo. The case is topped by a double-domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating. Water resistance is rated to 50m, ensuring the Linéaire’s practicality matches its elegance.

For the dial, the Heritage Chronograph Linéaire draws inspiration from a 1950s Lebois chronograph rediscovered at Berlin’s retailer Shuck the Oyster. Launched in champagne-silver or rich blue, the Chronograph Linéaire dial features a distinctive vertical brushing that shifts gracefully under light. The applied gold-toned Arabic numerals, designed on mid-century linear geometry, rise gently above the dial surface, while the blued syringe hands provide legibility and contrast.

True to 1950s chronograph design, the dial layout incorporates a tachymeter scale (Base 1000) around the periphery, running seconds at 9 o´clock and a 30-minute counter with three-minute divisions, a nostalgic detail once used for timing long-distance phone calls. 

The watch is powered by calibre LC-450, a hand-wound column-wheel chronograph movement made by La Joux-Perret, operating at 28,800 vibrations/hour with a 60-hour power reserve. The manual winding mechanism offers a tactile link to classic watchmaking, while the visible movement reflects the brand’s modern approach.

The Lebois & Co. Heritage Chronograph Linéaire is worn on a blue or sand-coloured leather strap, accentuating the dial hues. The model is available for EUR 3,300, with registration for early access beginning 15 December 2025, orders opening 20 December, and deliveries expected in Spring 2026. For more details, please visit www.lebois.com.