Maurice Lacroix Aikon Master Grand Date 45mm Men’s Watch – Manufacture Automatic ML331 with Sun-Brushed Blue Dial, Open Balance Wheel & 5-Link Steel Bracelet (AI6118-SS00E-430-C)

Maurice Lacroix Aikon Master Grand Date: The Pinnacle of Urban Horology

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Master Grand Date AI6118-SS00E-430-C is a bold fusion of the Aikon’s architectural design and the technical mastery of the Masterpiece collection. Featuring a massive 45mm stainless steel case and a manufacture movement, this timepiece is a high-mechanical statement for the modern metropolitan man.

Visual Audit: A Masterclass in Asymmetry

Our visual analysis confirms a multi-layered dial designed to celebrate mechanical transparency. The sun-brushed blue finish provides a rich contrast to the rhodium-plated technical elements.

• Open Heart Aperture: At 8 o’clock, a skeletonized bridge reveals the beating balance wheel and silicon escapement in a mesmerizing display of motion.
• Big Date Display: A polished rhodium-plated double window at 10 o’clock provides a prominent and legible date complication.
• Off-Center Layout: Hours and minutes are displayed on a dedicated sub-dial at 2 o’clock, with a small seconds counter overlapping at 4 o’clock.

Material Verification: Stainless Steel & High-Tech Textiles

The AI6118-SS00E-430-C is built with premium materials that ensure longevity and versatility in any setting.

• Multi-Finished Steel: The 45mm case features a combination of sandblasted and polished surfaces, including the iconic six-claw bezel design.
• 5-Row Integrated Bracelet: A robust 5-link stainless steel bracelet provides a secure and comfortable fit, finished with a butterfly deployment clasp.
• EasyChange System: Integrated quick-release pushpins allow for seamless switching between the steel bracelet and a blue Cordura® textile strap.

Mechanical Functionality: The In-House ML331 Calibre

The core of this reference is the manufacture-level automatic movement, showcasing Maurice Lacroix’s independent watchmaking capabilities.

• Manufacture Calibre ML331: An automatic movement entirely designed and produced in-house, featuring 43 jewels and a frequency of 18,000 vph.
• 50-Hour Power Reserve: Provides over two days of autonomous timing, supported by an openworked, brushed, and snailed oscillating rotor.
• Exhibition Case-Back: A transparent sapphire crystal case-back allows for a full view of the movement’s artisanal finishes and complications.

Technical Specifications Table

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Master Grand Date is delivered in a special presentation box, including an additional blue Cordura strap and a 2-year international warranty.