Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon - References, Prices and Owners' Reviews

Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon is a model launched in 2024 at Watches & Wonders; it debuts the brand’s first combination of annual calendar and moon phase, set in the 40 mm “Classic” pebble-shaped case with discreet correctors, a highly legible dial and the hand-wound LF126.02 movement rated for 80 hours, featuring an aventurine-inspired moon display.

Annual calendar, aventurine moon and clear “pebble” design

The Classic Moon adheres to the house codes: soft pebble case, opaline dial organized by Roman/baton hour markers and a railroad minute track, Assegai hands and a central pointer date, with neatly bevelled day/month windows; the moon is shown on an aventurine glass disc that’s engraved and topped with translucent enamel for crisp day/night reading. Date numerals are contrasted (the “31” highlighted per variant) and AR sapphire keeps glare in check. Practically, an annual calendar needs adjustment just once a year at the end of February.

Case, dimensions and on-wrist comfort

The “Classic” case is 40 mm by 12.9 mm in polished stainless steel (blue version) or 18k 5N red gold (silver version), with front/back sapphire crystals and 30 m water-resistance; the ball crown makes daily winding pleasant, while flush pushers (day at 10, moon at ~8:30) keep the silhouette clean. Short lugs and the early strap drop deliver stability across most wrists. The footprint stays dress-friendly under cuffs while retaining reassuring presence.

Calibre LF126.02: 80 h, finishing and user-friendly setting

Visible through the back, hand-wound calibre LF126.02 (3 Hz, 25 jewels, 266 parts) uses a Swiss lever escapement and stores ~80 hours; the power-reserve sits on the movement side, alongside the hand-finished long-blade click that has become a signature of the brand’s manual calibres. Day/month are adjusted via crown/flush pusher, while the long-duration precision moon is set through its dedicated corrector. The hand-wound choice serves mechanical purity and perceived slimness on the wrist.

Chronological milestones and key models (2010–2025)

(2010) Laurent Ferrier Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral:

The brand’s inaugural watch defines the soft “pebble” aesthetics and high-chronometry ambition; a double-hairspring tourbillon with extensive hand finishing and a stark, classical dial—an approach soon recognized at the GPHG—lays the groundwork for the “Classic” line that the Classic Moon later extends into calendar territory. Laurent Ferrier Galet Classic Tourbillon Double Spiral.

(2018) Laurent Ferrier École Annual Calendar “Montre École”:

This in-house annual calendar introduces hand-wound calibre LF126.01 (~80 h) with peripheral pointer date, twin day/month windows and user-centric correction; in the 40 mm “School Piece” case it wins the GPHG (Men’s Complication), establishing the technical and stylistic base later adapted for the Classic Moon’s moon-phase. Laurent Ferrier École Annual Calendar.

(2024) Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon Blue (steel):

Unveiled at Watches & Wonders, the steel 40 mm version pairs a grey-blue opaline dial with a petrol-blue railroad and a matching pointer date; the aventurine/enamel moon adds depth without clutter. Calibre LF126.02 re-engineers the Annual Calendar base to integrate the moon while preserving autonomy and signature finishing. Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon LCF039.AC.C1WC.

(2024) Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon Silver (5N red gold):

This 5N red-gold take sports a vertically satin-brushed silver dial; the palette underscores the bevelled apertures and pointer date, with restrained grey/petrol-blue/red accents. The same LF126.02 (80 h, 3 Hz) and the same discreet corrections keep daily handling intuitive, expressed in a dressier guise. Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon LCF039.R5.G3N.

(2025) Classic Moon: range, specs and positioning:

The line centers on two regular configurations—steel with blue/grey dial (40 mm, 12.9 mm, 30 m) and 5N red gold with vertically brushed silver—both driven by hand-wound LF126.02 (≈80 h). Movement finishing (striping, anglage, long-blade click) and the aventurine/enamel moon place the Classic Moon firmly within the brand’s “high finishing” DNA, with indicative pricing around 70,000 CHF (steel) and 80,000 CHF (gold). Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon.

Advice: size, materials, dials and real-world use

For all-day, under-cuff duty, the 40 × 12.9 mm footprint is very wearable; if you want the most versatile look, the steel/blue-grey dial delivers broad context fit without losing the “high-craft” signal. Pick the version you forget in motion and under a sleeve.

For a warmer, formal-leaning read, 5N red gold with brushed silver dial brings soft contrast and measured sparkle—ideal for dress settings yet still discreet. Metal tone shifts personality markedly without changing ergonomics. Match specs to lifestyle: 30 m WR suits city life (hand-washing/rain) but not swimming; rinse off light spray, avoid thermal shocks, and treat high finishing with simple care. Small habits preserve long-term beauty and function.

Conclusion

The Laurent Ferrier Classic Moon is for enthusiasts of neo-classical watchmaking who want the practicality of an annual calendar and the poetry of an aventurine moon, without sacrificing comfort or legibility; the pebble case, hand-wound LF126.02 and high finishing create an instantly recognizable identity—from versatile steel to ceremonial red gold. To decide, weigh wearing context, material preference and dial character, then compare them with Dialicious customer reviews.

(Updated September 2025)