In its 21-year history, the Fleurier Quality Foundation has awarded its prestigious certification to fewer than 3,000 timepieces—an achievement that reflects the extraordinary rigor of its standards, widely regarded as the most exacting in Swiss watchmaking.

Chopard set a milestone in 2005 by unveiling the first L.U.C Qualité Fleurier watch. Since that landmark debut, the brand has crafted only a select number of limited editions under this designation, underscoring both the exclusivity and enduring appeal of these masterfully engineered creations.

Housed in a meticulously sculpted 39 mm case forged from ethical 18-carat yellow gold, the latest model echoes the iconic aesthetics of the original 2005 edition, notably its graceful lines and refined two-tone sector dial. Strictly limited to just 20 numbered pieces, the anniversary edition stands as one of the purest expressions of the Qualité Fleurier standard—a hallmark of Swiss horological mastery.

Here is a retrospective of the previous creations:

2005 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier

Case: 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 250

The very first QF-certified timepiece by Chopard debuted at Baselworld, blending the technical sophistication of a Manufacture movement resulting from the signature L.U.C 96.01-L and post-war design codes, particularly in referencing Chopard’s recognisable 1950s sector dial.

2006 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier Jubilee Edition

Case: 18-carat white Gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 250

Launched in celebration of Chopard Manufacture’s tenth anniversary, this elegant white gold model was the second to join the L.U.C Qualité Fleurier family.

2009 – L.U.C Tech Qualité Fleurier

Case: 18-carat white gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 250

Chopard introduced its first ‘Tech’ model to receive QF certification. Its openworked dial centre revealed part of the self-winding movement and provided a chance to admire the various finishing techniques: brushing, polishing, Côtes de Genève.

2011 – L.U.C Tourbillon Triple Certification

Case: 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 02.13-L

Limited edition of 100

This 43 mm timepiece not only marked the moment he L.U.C Qualité Fleurier range welcomes its first tourbillon, but also represented a world-first by combining Chronometer (COSC), Poinçon de Genève and Qualité Fleurier certifications. Its calibre L.U.C 02.13-L with four stacked barrels (i.e. Quattro Technology, then a Chopard patent) delivered an extraordinary nine-day power reserve, setting a new benchmark in Haute Horlogerie.

2012 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier

Case: 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 300

This refined 39-mm rose gold model powered by the L.U.C 96.09-L calibre paired a sunburst silver-toned dial with golden accents,. A 300-piece edition, it highlighted clarity and elegance in timekeeping.

2014 – L.U.C Tourbillon QF Fairmined

Case: Ethical 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 02.13-L

Limited edition of 25

A milestone in sustainable luxury, this 25-piece limited edition tourbillon model was the world’s first timepiece made with Fairmined-certified ethical gold. From that point on, all new gold L.U.C Qualité Fleurier timepieces would be crafted from ethical gold.

2014 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier 10^th Anniversary Edition

Case: Ethical 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 25

Marking ten years of QF excellence, this model returned to the essentials of the L.U.C ethos: Calibre L.U.C 96.09-L featuring Chopard Twin Technology (with two stacked barrels) and a micro-rotor enabling a 65-hour power reserve, along with meticulous finishing.

2017 – L.U.C XPS Twist QF Fairmined

Case: Ethical 18-carat rose gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 250

The L.U.C 96.09-L movement comes in L.U.C XPS case – referring to its extra-thin configuration and small seconds display. The Twist name refers to its asymmetrical display, with its crown placed at 4 o’clock and small seconds at 7 o’clock. Finally, this edition’s dial also draws inspiration from the rough texture composition of gold nuggets extracted from mines.

2019 – L.U.C XPS Twist QF

Case: Ethical 18-carat white gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.26-L

Limited edition of 250

Crafted in ethical white gold, this follow-up Twist model shared the same distinctive off-centred aesthetics, with the addition of a date window at 3 o’clock. It introduces Calibre L.U.C 96.26-L, a new variation on Calibre 96.01-L, offset by 30 degrees.

2021 – L.U.C QF Jubilee

Case: Stainless steel

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 25

This was the first steel L.U.C watch to be QF-certified, and only 25 were produced. Celebrating Chopard Manufacture’s 25^th anniversary, this 39 mm steel timepiece featured a striking sector dial with a blue chapter ring, referencing the aesthetics of the first QF watch from 2005.

2022 – L.U.C QF Jubilee

Case: Stainless steel

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 25

Continuing the Jubilee series, this 25-piece stainless steel edition offered the same technical underpinnings and layout but introduced a refined green chapter ring to complement the sunburst silver-toned dial.

2024 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier

Case: Lucent Steel™

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

The first QF-certified watch since Chopard became sole custodian of the QF Foundation in 2022, this model innovated with the streamlined proportions of a reshaped case made of Lucent Steel™ – Chopard’s alloy featuring exclusive properties and made with a recycling rate of 80%. In addition to its resized crown and pointed welded lugs, it returned to the iconic monochrome sector dial, striking a pleasing balance between heritage and innovation.

2025 – L.U.C Qualité Fleurier 20^th Anniversary Edition

Case: Ethical 18-carat yellow gold

Movement: L.U.C 96.09-L

Limited edition of 20

Commemorating two decades of QF timepieces, this ultra-exclusive 20-piece edition in ethical yellow gold echoes the design of the original 2005 model.