Greubel Forsey pushes their hand made philosophy once again with the release of the second in the series. The Hand Made 2.
Press Release information with commentary in italics.
New: Greubel Forsey Hand Made 2
The Greubel Forsey Hand Made 2 will retail at SGD 948,300 inclusive of GST. Limited to about 2 to 3 pieces a year.

Commentary
We waxed lyrical when we first saw the Hand Made 1 in 2019. It literally took our collective breath away. Because this was an attempt to do everything by hand, as far as it would allow. And in doing so, even created their own definitions of what hand made means. But also, the final product was so immensely beautiful and satisfying to just behold. The Hand Made 1 had a white gold case which is 43mm in diameter, the Hand Made 2, also in a white gold case, measures only 40.9mm with a height of 12.8mm. We first saw this smaller Greubel Forsey in the Nano Foudroyante, and it looks like it is going to be the trend. Greubel Forsey is going on a diet!

In this new release of the Hand Made 2, the base principles set out in Hand Made 1 are still adhered to. The attention to detail, the finishing is perhaps colloquially known as “super duper” good. Top Top…as the French would say.

I have not seen or examined the actual watch yet, but knowing the work which bears the Greubel Forsey brandname, and my experiences with all their watches I have examined and studied, I have no doubt that this Hand Made 2 is every bit as excellent as the others.

The only factor is the aesthetics. Which is a personal thing. And for me, I LOVE IT! The entire wheel train is exposed on the dial side. The bridges are so magnificently conically polished. The frosting on the bridges and the anglage with its own inward and outward angles, the monstrous conical ruby at about 10:30 which I believe bears the load of the power reserve system; all cumulates in by just takes my breath away.
Release details
Hand Made 2 embodies the ultimate pursuit of hand watchmaking. Every component, whether visible or hidden, is created, finished, and assembled by hand with unprecedented rigor. Over 5,000 hours are required to complete the 270 components of this four handed 40.9mm timepiece , 96% of which are entirely handmade. Only two to three such timepieces can be crafted each year, our commitment to the highest level of craftsmanship.In a highly mechanised industry where the concept of “hand made” is often opaque, Greubel Forsey stands out with a transparent and very strict definition, showcasing exactly what “hand made” truly means to reach its standards.

WHAT HAND MADE MEANS TO GREUBEL FORSEY
For Greubel Forsey, “hand made” entails:
1. All components, except five– sapphire crystals, case gaskets, spring bars, mainspring, and most jewels– are crafted by hand using traditional tools such as a precision lathe, a jig-borer, or a pantograph. A major milestone of the Hand Made 2. Each component is manually machined with tolerances of just a few microns, achieving a precision comparable to modern CNCmachines.
2 is the creation of a handcrafted conical jewel for the power reserve indicator, advancing hand craftsmanship even further.
3. Every component, whether visible or hidden, is meticulously finished by hand.
4. Each timepiece is assembled entirely by hand by a single watchmaker.

HAND MADE 2: PUSHING THE LIMITS
Distinctly Greubel Forsey yet revolutionary, Hand Made 2 pushes technical and aesthetic boundaries. Its large conical jewel symbolises this pursuit. In its workshop, Greubel Forsey preserves rare skills, develops unique expertise, and passes it on to future generations with an inexhaustible passion for innovation.
MASTERING THE BALANCE SPRING
Since 2012, Greubel Forsey has been rediscovering traditional techniques for crafting balance springs, a key component for timekeeping precision. Each spring is made from a carefully selected alloy for its unique properties and individually adjusted by an expert watchmaker. This complex process, including coiling, cutting, and manually adjusting terminal curves, ensures perfect synchronisation with the balance wheel.
TIMELESS AESTHETICS AND EXCEPTIONAL RARITY
Hand Made 2 combines 18th- century elegance with Greubel Forsey’s signature modern innovation. The barrel and balance bridges create remarkable harmony, each enhanced by five artisanal finishes: frosted, black-polished, straight-grained, polished flanks and bevels, and the polished chamfers accented by olive-domed jewels set in gold chatons.
The hand-frosted German silver contrasts beautifully with the Grand Feu enamel dials for the hours, small seconds, and power reserve. Blued steel hands, deep red rubies, golden reflections of wheels and barrels, and the bright edges of polished steel bridges bring a vibrant chromatic depth to every component. Beneath a thin bezel, the architectural movement opens up to the observer, offering a unique perspective throughout the timepiece. The case back extends this harmony, revealing a perfectly coherent mechanism where every detail reflects extraordinary handcraftsmanship. The Hand Made 2 is not merely a watch; it is an invitation to admire excellence through a mechanical work of art.
EXCEPTIONAL RARITY
Each year, Greubel Forsey’s Hand Made workshop can complete only two to three Hand Made 2 timepieces, making it one of the rarest and most exclusive creations from the Greubel Forsey Atelier.
Greubel Forsey Hand Made 2 Specifications
Case material: White gold
Limitation: 2-3 timepieces/year
Chronometric power reserve: 72 hours
Case diameter: 40.9mm
Water resistance: 3 ATM – 30 m – 100 ft
Number of parts 270
Frequency: 21,600 vibrations/hour
Height (incl. crystal): 12.80 mm