With iconic haute horlogerie creations in its repertoire, as the Golden Bridge watches, one doesn't need to tell how adept and creative the maison is in the art of complex watchmaking. But a clean, elegant dial housed in a smooth round case? Now that's not very Corum-like. In more ways than one, La Grande Vie is the kind of novelty watch enthusiasts were quietly wishing for from the brand. Though the house intended this modest timepiece that carries all the signature house codes in a classic design for first-time buyers, it pleased the old guards and new waves alike.

Constructed in titanium, the watch features a 42mm case with angular, tapered lugs and a knurled crown. On the dial, a streamlined appeal is manifested by slim hour indexes, skeletonised hands, the brand logo at 12 o'clock, and the watch name above six. The lack of elements on the dial allows the blue sunburst finish to take centre stage. It adds a statement touch to this otherwise humble appeal of the watch. Inside, the calibre CO 082 beats at 28,800bph to ensure a power reserve of 42 hours and is protected via sapphire crystal caseback.

At Second Movement, the pre-owned division of Ethos Watches, we adhere to a rigorous verification process where expert watchmakers carefully inspect every watch to certify its authenticity, ensuring it is not counterfeit. We also go to the maximum extent possible to ensure that the timepiece is not a stolen property and that all duties are paid. However, in the absence of any central database, a 100% verification is unlikely for any pre-owned entity in India. Nevertheless, we can still provide a provenance guarantee for watches purchased from Ethos.