The new Frederique Constant Runabout Moonphase watch shines at the Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance in Carnelian Bay, California.

Since 2009, Swiss luxury watch manufacturer Frederique Constant celebrates the legendary Runabout yachts of the roaring 20s by offering an attractive series of limited edition timepieces.

To complete the best-selling range, the Geneva-based brand this year introduces a new version: the Frederique Constant Runabout Moonphase watch – Absolutely magnificent through its stunning design, this model is available in a limited quantity of just 1888 pieces per material. Featuring a case diameter of 43mm and presented instainless steel or rose gold plated, the new Runabout Moonphase watches offer finely decorated silvered dials. With a delicate guilloche decoration at the centre, hand-applied Arabic indexes, and perfectly positioned Day-date and Moonphase indicators, these watches exude an uncluttered elegance, just like the Runabout yachts on which they are inspired.

Through the sapphire case-back, the decorated automatic movement or can be admired. Traditionally, each Frederique Constant Runabout Moonphase watch comes with its own luxurious, handmade wooden case that echoes the passionate craftsmanship of the yachts. Alongside the Frederique Constant Runabout Moonphase watch, a miniature reproduction of a classic Runabout boat can be found inside the unique gift box.

Frederique Constant Runabout Moonphase watch to be awarded as prize

To promote the entire Runabout Collection, Frederique Constant is honored to be the Official Sponsor of the 39th annual Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance Wooden Boat Show, at the North shore of Lake Tahoe in Carnelian Bay, California, USA. On August 12 and 13, 2011, more than 100 classic and antique boats and over 5000 visitors will arrive at one of the worlds most renowned mountain lakes, bringing a sense of old world glory to Carnelian Bay, for the 39th annual Lake Tahoe Concours d’Elegance. The event is a compilation of the best vintage boats from North America, competing in 13 specialized classes for top honors and bragging rights, in what is considered to be one of the premier judged wooden boat shows around the world. If you enjoy the art of restoration to “as delivered from the factory standards” and classic beauties on the water, then this is an event you do not want to miss!

During the event, Frederique Constant presents the outstanding Runabout Collection to the public and will award the Best of Show with an exclusive Runabout Moonphase watch.