Hands-On with the Bold Favre Leuba Chief Skeleton Watch
The Favre Leuba Chief Skeleton is the brand’s first skeletonized watch, combining a 1970s-inspired cushion-shaped case with contemporary colors and an openworked automatic movement. It comes in seven variations, including steel and black DLC-treated cases, and the featured model pairs a steel case with a gold-tone movement and blue accents. Its 40mm case offers 100 meters of water resistance, while the FLS01 caliber beats at 4 Hz and provides a 41-hour power reserve. The watch’s geometric bridges, visible balance wheel and mainspring, and skeletonized rotor make the movement its defining feature. A blue FKM rubber strap with quick-release pins complements the featured model, and a stainless steel bracelet is also available. Priced at €4,000, US$4,500, or £3,450, the Chief Skeleton is a bold, attention-grabbing design nominated for the 2026 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève Challenge Watch category.
Buying Time Analysis: The Favre Leuba Chief Skeleton marks the brand’s first skeletonized watch, pairing its 1970s-inspired design with contemporary mechanics and earning a nomination for the 2026 GPHG Challenge Watch category.
