Baume & Mercier Classima Silvery, Satine Dial 40mm Men M0A10854

Embodying historic Swiss mechanical watchmaking traditions, classical aesthetic purism, luminous monochrome metallurgy, and slender ergonomics, the Baume & Mercier Classima Automatic 40mm M0A10854 represents a benchmark in contemporary gentleman's horology. Sculpted in a 40.00 mm surgical-grade 316L stainless steel round case measuring an ultra-slender 9.00 mm in profile with a 21 mm lug width, this luxury dress timepiece pairs mirror-polished surfaces with slender curved lugs designed to sit flush against the wrist and glide beneath tailored French cuffs. The dial features a radiant silvery sun-satin (argenté satiné soleil) finish that catches and diffuses ambient light across dynamic radial arcs. Punctuated by crisp black transfer Roman numerals, minimalist baton hour indices, and slender leaf (feuille) hands finished in dark anthracite, a balanced date aperture at 3 o'clock completes the dial beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. Through the exhibition sapphire crystal case back, the Swiss Made Sellita Calibre SW200 self-winding automatic movement is visible, operating at 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) across 26 jewels with a 38-hour power reserve. Mounted on an articulated 5-row solid stainless steel bracelet alternating between mirror-polished and fine satin-brushed facets, secured by a triple-folding clasp with security pushers and featuring a tool-free quick-release interchangeability system, it is pressure-tested to 50 metres (5 bar / 5 ATM) of water resistance and backed by Baume & Mercier’s official 2-year international manufacturer warranty.

Key Highlights

• Swiss Made Automatic Calibre: Driven by a self-winding mechanical movement (Sellita SW200 base) featuring 26 synthetic jewels, high-frequency 28,800 vph regulation, and a 38-hour power reserve.

• Exhibition Sapphire Case Back: Transparent screwed case back revealing the mechanical escapement, balance wheel, and oscillating weight.

• Radiant Silvery Sun-Satiné Dial: Dynamic sunburst (argenté satiné soleil) dial face catching and reflecting ambient light across subtle radial arcs.

• Anthracite Leaf (Feuille) Hands: Sculpted leaf-shaped hands treated in dark anthracite for contemporary contrast and legibility against the silvery backdrop.

• Classical Roman Numeral Typography: Applied-style black Roman numerals at primary hour positions paired with slender linear hour batons.

• Slender 9.00mm Automatic Profile: Low-drag case height engineered to glide smoothly beneath tailored shirts and bespoke jackets without bulk.

• Scratch-Resistant Sapphire Crystal: High-clarity sapphire glass offering resilience against abrasions and ambient reflection.

• Solid 5-Row Stainless Steel Bracelet: Articulated metal bracelet alternating between mirror-polished and satin-brushed links for a supple wrist drape.

• Triple-Folding Clasp with Safety Pushers: Ergonomic deployant buckle ensuring seamless security and daily comfort on the wrist.

• Integrated Tool-Free Bracelet Interchangeability: Integrated quick-release spring bars allowing effortless strap changes without specialized tools.

• 50-Metre Water Resistance: Tested to 5 bar (50 m / 165 ft) for reliable protection against daily rain and handwashing.

• Official 2-Year International Warranty: Backed worldwide through the Richemont global service network with optional warranty extension.

Design & Craftsmanship

Swiss Jura Mechanical Heritage & The 9.00mm Steel Architecture

Established in 1830 in Les Bois, Switzerland, Baume & Mercier has long championed the philosophy: "Accept only perfection, only manufacture watches of the highest quality." The Classima collection translates this ethos into an everyday dress watch. Sized at 40.00 mm in diameter, reference M0A10854 achieves a slim 9.00 mm case profile for an automatic mechanical movement. Forged from surgical-grade 316L stainless steel, the case is mirror-polished across the stepped bezel, case flanks, and curved lugs. On the reverse side, an exhibition sapphire crystal case back reveals the rhodium-plated oscillating weight and running gear train. The fluted winding crown is embossed with the Greek letter Phi (Φ)—the horological emblem of the Golden Ratio and divine harmony.