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Model Name:
Paul Gerber Retrograde Seconds 18k
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Reference:
Ref. 152
Price ($)
$
9000
Country:
Switzerland
A.I. Rating
7.8
Crowd Rating:
2137
Watch Description
from the independent master watchmaker himself. One of his earlier creations under the atelier of his own name, the genius of Retrograd Seconds is in its addition of the retrograde seconds complication without increasing the size of the base caliber (a Peseux 7001) - all in a slim 35mm x 8mm package. .In 1977, at the young age of 27, Gerber opened his own watch workshop in Zurich, where he
began making watches while working on restoring museum collections and producing watches for well-known Swiss brands. His first original watch was the Retrograde Seconds.
The watch is marked by a unique display method he came up with, a 60-second retrograde second hand, which he improved on a Swiss-made hand-wound movement.
He did not apply for a patent for this system,
so many movement manufacturers now use retrograde second hands and supply them to various brands, but
there is no doubt that the Ref.152 was the world's first retrograde second hand watch.
The dial features a mounted index number, and at 6 o'clock, Mr. Gerber's original world's first 60-second retrograde second hand keeps time.
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A.I. Watch Review:
# Paul Gerber Retrograde Seconds 18k Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
This elegant independent dress watch from Paul Gerber features a distinctive retrograde seconds complication sweeping across an arc from 6 to 12 on a sunburst silver dial, housed in a luxurious 40mm 18k yellow gold case, powered by the manual-wind Caliber PG 01 offering a 42-hour power reserve, appealing to discerning collectors who value unique Swiss microbrand horology over mainstream luxury.
## Overall Watch Rating: 7.8/10.0
**Material Metric (9.5/10.0)** - The 18k yellow gold case paired with sapphire crystal and meticulous polishing delivers near-haute horology luxury, on par with Vacheron Constantin entry models.
**Dials & Design Metric (9.0/10.0)** - The clean silver sunburst dial with blued retrograde seconds hand offers timeless yet innovative aesthetics, reminiscent of peak Moser & Cie minimalism.
**Complications Metric (8.2/10.0)** - The retrograde seconds provides smooth, captivating functionality comparable to mid-tier A. Lange & Söhne perpetual calendars in visual appeal.
**Rarity Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Low production numbers and premium pricing place it alongside limited independents like Hautlence, making it a scarce find on the secondary market.
**Movement Metric (8.0/10.0)** - The in-house modified manual-wind Caliber PG 01 with retrograde module matches the reliability and finishing of ETA-based luxury pieces from Nomos Glashütte.
**Brand Metric (7.8/10.0)** - Paul Gerber's independent status and enthusiast focus earn high-premium scores, similar to established microbrands like Ming.
**Versatility Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Suitable for formal and collector occasions with its gold case and subtle complication, though limited water resistance curbs daily sports use like a Cartier Tank.
**History & Innovation Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Innovative retrograde execution boosts a young brand's profile, akin to early contributions from brands like Greubel Forsey but without deep heritage.
**Functions Metric (5.5/10.0)** - Core timekeeping with retrograde seconds suffices for dress watches but lacks extras found in comparably priced multifunction Omegas.
**Cohesiveness Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Paul Gerber's consistent focus on retrograde designs creates strong brand harmony, echoing the unified complications in F.P. Journe collections.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.2
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Excels in materials, design, and complications with strong rarity, delivering superior value well above its implied price point for independent watch enthusiasts.
## TPS Interpretation: Exceptional Value: This watch punches far above its price with luxurious construction and a standout complication that outperforms typical expectations.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
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