Chronoswiss’ Small Second Stone Collection unfolds as a meeting point between eras. It begins long before horology existed, in the slow geological processes that shaped Jasper and Serpentine, and arrives in the present through the work of the artisans in Lucerne. The result is a duo of watches that feel elemental, intentional and closely tied to the brand’s own evolution. For the first time in its Modern Mechanical chapter, Chronoswiss has chosen natural stone as the foundation of its dials, allowing the forces of nature to become part of the creative dialogue.

The release reflects both the brand’s beginnings and its ongoing transformation. Established in 1983 by Gerd‑Rüdiger Lang in Munich, Chronoswiss emerged from the belief that mechanical watchmaking still had a future in a world increasingly shaped by electronics. More than forty years later, that conviction continues to guide the Atelier Lucerne, where watchmakers reinterpret traditional mechanics through contemporary craftsmanship. The Small Second Jasper and Small Second Serpentine embody this spirit by merging geological time with mechanical precision, linking the brand’s German roots with its Swiss present.

The Serpentine dial carries a story carved into the Alps. The stone comes from the region surrounding Zermatt and the Matterhorn, where ancient oceanic rock was lifted upward during the collision of continents. What was once seabed became mountain, and the resulting material displays the deep green tones and serpentine patterns that have captivated artisans for generations. Its name, drawn from the Latin serpens, reflects the organic, scale‑like structures that shift subtly as light moves across the surface. In the Small Second Serpentine, this geological narrative is framed by a two‑tone case combining stainless steel with 18‑carat red gold, a pairing that adds warmth and modern refinement to the expressive natural dial.

The Jasper dial offers a contrasting interpretation of time. Often described as the Earth’s “painted stone”, Jasper is known for its remarkable variety of colours and patterns. No two slices ever resemble one another. The stone chosen for the Small Second Jasper honours the brand’s German heritage, echoing the country’s long‑standing stone‑cutting traditions, particularly in Idar‑Oberstein, where generations of craftsmen transformed raw minerals into enduring works of art. Its blend of beige, brown and ivory suggests desert horizons and ancient geological layers, creating a serene, understated aesthetic when paired with the watch’s stainless‑steel case.