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The watch you see above isn’t the new 40 mm version — it’s the original 43 mm Manero Flyback.
So you might be wondering: “What’s different then?”
Well, the answer is both a lot and not much at all.
A Question of Size (and Taste)
To us, 43 mm always felt oversized — while 34 mm remains the sweet spot of charm.
But in today’s market, 34 mm is often labeled as “for ladies,” and anything above 38 mm tends to be considered “masculine.”
Within that context, 40 mm has emerged as the universal standard of balance and beauty — especially for modern chronographs.
The Manero Flyback Chronograph, first launched in 2016, debuted in its 43 mm form. Back then, large chronographs with flyback functionality were easily forgiven for their bulk — after all, technical complexity justified size.
But after more than five years of shifting collector tastes toward smaller, sleeker, more wearable watches, 43 mm began to feel outdated.
So, toward the end of 2022, Carl F. Bucherer unveiled a refined, more proportionate version of its flagship model: the Manero Flyback Chronograph 40 mm.
Design Evolution: Familiar Yet Refined
Because this is a refined downsizing rather than a full redesign, the 40 mm retains nearly all the character of its predecessor.
The case still combines polished flanks and bezel with brushed lug surfaces, creating a crisp contrast of textures.
A flat anti-reflective sapphire crystal replaces the original domed version — a smart choice given the watch’s still-hefty 14 mm thickness, which benefits from the cleaner, more contemporary front profile.
The only potential gripe? The 21 mm lug spacing, which might frustrate those who love experimenting with straps.
Dial: Balanced and Beautiful
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The 40 mm version continues the “panda” dial theme, available in several striking colors — blue, green, red, black, and silver.
It maintains the bi-compax layout with:
- Running seconds at 9 o’clock
- 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock
- Date window at 6 o’clock
Surrounding these elements is the familiar tachymeter scale with inner arrow-tipped markers, preserving the sense of precision and symmetry that made the original so beloved.
Two notable refinements distinguish the new model:
- The inner connecting circle linking the indices and the date frame has been removed, simplifying the dial and enhancing clarity.
- The main hour and minute hands, formerly skeletonized, are now filled with Super-LumiNova, improving legibility without compromising elegance.
The result? A cleaner, more modern aesthetic — 90% identical to the original, yet subtly more refined.
Movement: The CFB 1973 Calibre
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Powering the new model is the CFB 1973, a proprietary chronograph calibre based on Sellita architecture with Carl F. Bucherer’s in-house flyback module.
- Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
- Power reserve: 56 hours
- Features: Column wheel chronograph, blued screws, openworked rotor
- Display: Visible through a sapphire caseback
Movements based on Sellita or ETA foundations are known for their reliability, durability, and ease of maintenance — qualities that make this timepiece as practical as it is beautiful.
Final Thoughts
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This is, quite simply, a beautiful chronograph — handsome in color, balanced in design, and now finally perfectly sized for contemporary tastes.
The Carl F. Bucherer Manero Flyback 40 mm is priced at USD 7,100.
Learn more at: carl-f-bucherer.com