Maîtres Angleurs
Timepieces made reaching the limits of Anglage.
We envision to create challenging pieces that would reflect our know how, our passion,creativity, and desire to craft always the best possible,
That is the essence of De Carvalho.
THE HISTORY
“De Carvalho” meaning Oak three in portuguese, shared name of both father Jose de Carvalho and the craftsman son Ricardo de Carvalho.
De Carvalho is driven by an unyielding desire to push boundaries, evolve, and refine. Just as the oak tree grows taller and more magnificent with each passing year, the brand wishes to continue to rise—forever connected to its roots, yet always striving for greater heights in craftsmanship and innovation.
Ricardo, the creative force behind the brand, had spent over a decade immersed in the world of haute horlogerie and for a few years through his workshop Decohorologe, serving the most prestigious watch brands in Switzerland. With a perfectionist’s eye and a steady hand, he had quietly contributed to the beauty of many iconic timepieces—always behind the scenes, always invisible to the public eye.
But everything changed when his father José joined him in the workshop.
Working side by side, José began to understand the full magnitude of Ricardo’s skill—the kind of craftsmanship rarely seen, even in the world of luxury watches. One afternoon, surrounded by movements and magnifiers, José looked up and said, “We can do more. We can create something of our own—something that reveals what’s usually hidden.”
That moment lit a spark.
After a few weeks, Ricardo turned his gaze to a base movement on the bench, and imagination took flight. He saw not just gears and bridges, but the silhouette of a dragon—a mythical creature often revered in ancient cultures for its wisdom, strength, and mystery.
Thus began the Dragonborn project.
Limited series of 25 pieces, marketed with an original steel bracelet, or a leather bracelet (alligator and calf) as an option.
A Myth in Motion
Dragonborn
When Ricardo set out to create this timepiece, he didn’t just see a watch—he saw a myth coming to life. Gazing at the base movement, he envisioned the head of a dragon emerging from the balance bridge, with the barrel bridge unfurling like majestic wings. This marked the birth of the Dragonborn project.
Our vision was clear: to craft a dragon-inspired watch that whispered its power rather than shouted it. Like a true masterpiece, the Dragon reveals itself gradually—its essence hidden in the details, waiting to be discovered by those who know how to look.
The dragon’s head, embodied in the balance bridge, is revealed both on the caseback and proudly at 12 o’clock on the dial. This miniature sculpture is a feat of haute horlogerie, boasting a record-breaking 42 hand-finished inner angles.
From 1 to 11 o’clock on the reverse, the bridges form a sweeping silhouette of the dragon’s wings, their curves echoing motion and grace. Even the ratchet and crown wheels bear the mark of the beast—cut in the intricate pattern of dragon scales.
On the dial side, the wings continue their arc from 10 o’clock, culminating in a claw and talon striking at 5 o’clock—a subtle nod to the creature’s fierce elegance.
The two-level dial draws inspiration from dragon teeth and claws, with each index individually polished by hand. Every surface tells a story. Every angle speaks of craftsmanship.
With over 300 inner angles meticulously hand-finished—extending even to the skeletonized case lugs—this watch is not only a tribute to a mythical being, but a triumph of artisanal watchmaking.
Model
Dragonborn S01
> Skeleton
> Color Blue
> Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet
> Diameter Available in 45mm or 40mm
> Lug to lug 52mm and 48mm respectively
> Scratch Resistant Sapphire crystal
> Water resistance 5 ATM
> Calibre DR01 (ETA Base)
> Manual Winding
Functions
> Hours, Minutes Center
> Small seconds at 9h
> Power Reserve 46h
> Number of jewels 17
> Frequency 18’000 A/h
> Water resistance 5 ATM
Price : 34.500 chf
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