INTRODUCING THE MAURICE LACROIX 1975 LEGACY
On the occasion of June 23rd, a key date in the history of Jura independence, Maurice Lacroix celebrates the deep bond it shares with the village where its manufacture is located. Two elegant limited editions of the 1975 Legacy pay tribute to this inspiring region, shaped by watchmaking tradition and equestrian culture.
The 1975 Legacy is worn as a statement, a symbol of attachment to a unique territory. Proudly designed in Saignelégier, these two new limited editions of 500 pieces each, adorned with the “Vagues du Jura” (Jura Waves) motif and an engraving of the Marché-Concours Hall, stand out through their refined classicism. Their exceptional quality, a signature of Maurice Lacroix, is born from the excellence of Swiss craftsmanship.
June 23, 1974. The independence of the Canton of Jura is approved, with overwhelming support in the Franches-Montagnes region. This landmark event still inspires a particular sense of pride today. 1975. The first Maurice Lacroix model is created. Production is soon established in Saignelégier, a region with a watchmaking tradition dating back to the 18th century. Characterised by the quality of their materials and finishes, these watches carry the discretion, rigour, and expertise of the Jura region across the world.
Two special editions of the 1975 Legacy tell this dual story, rooted in the same place. Naturally, the patented “Vagues du Jura” motif flows across the dial, in either slate grey or powder silver. Developed in collaboration with a local artisan as a nod to Geneva stripes, the pattern evokes the Jura landscape, the magnificent backdrop of the manufacture. Previously reserved mainly for manufactured pieces, these lines were introduced in 2014 and more formally in 2016 on the dial-side movement of the Masterpiece Gravity.
These distinctive waves continue onto the caseback of the 1975 Legacy, where an impressive engraving takes centre stage: the Marché-Concours Hall, with three horses in the foreground. A powerful symbol of the region, this vast building hosts the annual festivities dedicated to Switzerland’s only native horse breed, the Franches-Montagnes horse. The inscription “Maurice Lacroix, Saignelégier” crowns this scene engraved in metal.
These tribute editions naturally find their place within the 1975 collection, Maurice Lacroix’s most classic line. Its historically inspired design revives the iconic spirit of the 1988 “Les Classiques” series, following extensive research in the manufacturer’s archives. Reliable, precise, and durable, this retro-modern interpretation combines the Maison’s rich heritage with its contemporary expertise.
