Kerbedanz - History, Models and Owners' Reviews

Kerbedanz, founded in 2011, is an independent house based in Neuchâtel, Switzerland, built around Tigran Kerbedanz’s vision and an atelier that combines spectacular complications with symbolic artisanal crafts.

Central “Maximus” tourbillon: 27 mm, four barrels and a signature kinematics

The brand’s flagship features a 27 mm central flying tourbillon in the Kerbedanz Maximus, driven by the KRB-08 caliber with four parallel barrels (patent CH 713 607); the original model rotates every six minutes, while the newer GR8 variant shortens the period to two minutes.

Design, wearability and ergonomics: 49 mm, caseback winding and domed sapphire

On the wrist, Maximus is unapologetic with a roughly 49 mm case in titanium or gold and a highly domed sapphire; the crown at 2 o’clock sets the time, whereas winding is performed by rotating the caseback to deliver the torque needed for the four barrels without bulking up the architecture.

Symbolism and crafts: “giving meaning to beauty”

Beyond Maximus, the lineup leans on message-driven pieces (engraving, enamel, gem-setting) released in very small runs; the unique “Armenian Alphabet” was presented to Pope Francis and entered the Vatican Museums, illustrating the brand’s cultural stance.

Collection waypoints: from giant tourbillon to symbolic pieces

Kerbedanz models group into universes—monumental central tourbillon, “trees,” alphabets—alongside a simpler three-hand/date family. Choose first by architecture (spectacle vs. symbolism), then by wrist presence and finishing level.

• Kerbedanz Maximus — Central 27 mm flying tourbillon, KRB-08 with 4 barrels, 6-minute rotation; titanium or gold editions, domed sapphire.
• Kerbedanz Maximus GR8 — “2-minute” evolution of Maximus with updated tech/aesthetics (titanium cage, 73 parts).
• Kerbedanz Tree of Life — 41-piece limited series with gold bas-relief, enamel and diamonds; includes “Black Tree of Life.”
• Kerbedanz Armenian Alphabet — One-off with Armenian script hour markers, gifted to the Vatican.
• Kerbedanz Cadanz Cruise Date 41 — Steel/DLC three-hand date line positioned as an entry point.

Positioning, pricing and reach

Kerbedanz operates in the high-end independent segment with limited runs or one-offs and a mix of direct sales and selected retailers; observed pricing placed the Maximus around CHF 165,000 at launch (titanium), with later and gem-set variants far higher, while simpler lines sit significantly lower.

Conclusion

Kerbedanz is aimed at enthusiasts seeking a strong identity—either a giant central tourbillon for a kinetic spectacle or symbolic pieces where crafts and personal meaning prevail. For a “mechanical-as-sculpture” experience, the Kerbedanz Maximus and its GR8 evolution are natural picks; for cultural and jewelled expression, “Tree of Life” and “Armenian Alphabet” define the brand’s aesthetic. To ground your choice in ownership reality, rely on Dialicious customer reviews.

(Updated August 2025)