Crystal Clocks Collection
T I M E
B E C O M E S
E M O T I O N
Takto is the perfect combination of an essential design and the highest quality of Italian craftsmanship.
THE RHYTHM OF TIME Takto mean ‘rhythm’ in Esperanto, the universal language built to connect everyone in the world.
Takto is a musical rhythm, harmony of shapes and essence which articulates our life and becomes its soundtrack.
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A SOUL MADE OF C R Y S TA L
Takto is a precious crystal shell holding the most ethereal of the four dimensions. The lightness of time is evoked by its transparency, designed to convey essential beauty and unveil its purest soul.
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T H E
s o u n d
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I TA L I A N
V I R T U E
Takto is a Made in Italy design piece. Shaped by history. Inspired by style.
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AVANT-GARDE M I N I M A L I S M
Takto is master clockmaking and avant-garde design, perfection encapsulated in progress.
TWO SHELLS HOLDING PERFECTION
Takto holds perfection in its hands, innovation in its figure.
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E N C H A N T I N G
o r c h e s t r a
Adagio
Allegro
H 217cm L 68cm W 40cm
H 125cm L 66cm ø 23cm
Vivace
24k gold finishing
H 125cm L 66cm ø 23cm
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chordS OF A PERFECT SYMPHONY
Graham escapement
DLC coated gears and pinions
Suspension spring
Low coefficient of friction
Invar pendulum rod
Structure in low iron crystal glass, 12mm thickness
Compensating tube for temperature error
Supports in low iron crystal glass
Regulation by small weights
24k gold plated
Stainless steel arbor
Seconds marked by a round cut diamond
15 ball bearings
Design Gianfranco Barban
Engineering Alessandro Rigotto
Photography (p. 2-3, 7, 9, 12) Alessio Comalli, Parma (cover, p. 4, 10, 14-15, 16, 17, 18) Rossano B Maniscalchi, Firenze Serena Del Nero, Assistant Michaela Oracova, Post-Production
Art Direction Elita Design Studio
Translation Nancy Greenleese, Roma
Manufactured and Distributed by B.lab Italia srl Via Marmolada, 20 Gallarate VA, Italy t +39 0331 774445 experience@takto.it www.takto.it
Printed in Italia | April 2014