B Swiss by Bucherer Tradition Open Heart (Ref. 00.50506.08.13.21)
Dress Watch / Open Heart · B Swiss (Trade brand of Bucherer AG). Bucherer is a prestigious Swiss retailer and manufacturer, positioning B Swiss as their entry-level luxury accessible 'house' brand.
Period: Contemporary Classic (2010s-Present). Stylistic indicators include the traditional guilloché-style center dial, Romanesque Arabic numerals, and a modern 'open heart' aperture at 12 o'clock.
Type
Dress Watch / Open Heart
Brand
B Swiss (Trade brand of Bucherer AG). Bucherer is a prestigious Swiss retailer and manufacturer, positioning B Swiss as their entry-level luxury accessible 'house' brand.
Movement
Automatic, likely Sellita SW200 or ETA 2824-2 base with open-heart modification. 28,800 vph, approx. 38-42 hour power reserve, 25-26 jewels.
Dimensions
Diameter: 38mm or 40mm; Thickness: 11mm; Lug-to-lug: 46mm; Lug width: 20mm. It wears true to size as a standard dress-sport hybrid.
Description
The B Swiss Tradition Open Heart is an elegant timepiece that bridges the gap between a classic dress watch and a modern mechanical curiosity. By exposing the oscillating balance wheel at 12 o'clock, it invites the wearer to appreciate the 'heartbeat' of the mechanical movement. The silvered dial with its hobnail texture and rose-gold accents provides a sophisticated aesthetic suitable for both formal and business-casual environments.
Key Features
Open heart aperture at 12 o'clock, Clous de Paris dial texture, 'B' logo branding, and the distinct multi-link vertical bracelet design.
Dial Description
Silver/White dial with dual texture: a hobnail (Clous de Paris) patterned center and a smooth satin outer track. Features rose gold-tone applied Arabic numerals (3, 6, 9, 12) and baton indices. Dauphine-style hands with a thin needle seconds hand. Visible balance wheel at 12 o'clock.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with a polished finish on the bezel and brushed/polished combination on the lugs.
Crystal Type
Flat Sapphire crystal. It appears clear with no visible AR coating on the exterior.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished stainless steel smooth bezel.
Crown & Pushers
Standard push-pull fluted crown located at 3 o'clock, signed with the 'B' logo.
Bracelet or Strap
Stainless steel multi-link 'beads of rice' style or 7-row engineer-style bracelet with a concealed folding butterfly clasp.
Caseback Details
Likely an exhibition sapphire caseback (typical for this model range) secured by screws or a screw-down ring, showing the 'B Swiss' signed rotor.
Movement Type
Automatic, likely Sellita SW200 or ETA 2824-2 base with open-heart modification. 28,800 vph, approx. 38-42 hour power reserve, 25-26 jewels.
Water Resistance
30 Meters (3 ATM). Resistant to splashes and rain; not suitable for swimming or showering.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Manufactured in Switzerland, typically utilizing high-quality third-party movements like Sellita to offer Swiss value.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2022. The design language and the 'B Swiss' rebranding suggest a modern production era.
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of Swiss mechanical watches. It reflects the mid-2010s trend of 'open heart' dials which became popular among new enthusiasts wanting to see the mechanics without the cost of a full skeleton watch.
Condition Notes
Based on the image, the watch appears to be in 'Good' to 'Very Good' condition. There are visible micro-scratches on the polished bezel. The dial and crystal appear clean.
Value Estimate
Secondary market: $300 - $600 USD. Original MSRP was likely in the $900 - $1,200 range. Value is highest when sold with the original inner and outer Bucherer packaging.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service every 5-7 years. Avoid magnetic fields which can affect the balance spring visible through the dial. Clean the steel bracelet with a soft brush and water periodically.
Similar Watches
Hamilton Jazzmaster Open Heart (larger aperture), Tissot Tradition Open Heart (similar price/specs), Frederique Constant Heart Beat (more classical/Roman numerals).
Interesting Facts
B Swiss is the sister brand to the high-end Carl F. Bucherer. It was created to provide the Swiss watchmaking heritage of the Bucherer name at a more accessible price point for a broader audience.