The inspiration for the brand was the "Official Swiss Railways Clock". Created in 1944 by Hans Hilfiker, the clock quickly became a standout feature of all railway stations and eventually became a Swiss national icon. In 1986 Mondaine, founded by Erwin Bernheim, created its first timepiece with official licence from the Federal Swiss Railways. Since then, Mondaine has strived to preserve the classic, timeless look of the original design, while still aiming to implement contemporary technologies and innovative features to each new collection. From implementing new backlight technology to contactless payments and smartwatches, the brand has ensured each and every watch is quintessentially Mondaine. 

Core Features of the Cushion Collection:

• The models retain the brand's iconic look, inspired by the Mondaine Swiss Railways watch. 
• Each of the Cushion Collection watches exhibits a striking cushion-shaped case. 
• The watches are at least splash-resistant. 

Model Specifications MSL.3961B.LBV:

• This model exhibits a white dial with a date aperture at 3 o'clock. 
• The dial also features black baton indices, black hour and minute hands and Mondaine's iconic red second hand that's shaped to resemble a train dispatcher's baton. 
• The hour and minute hands feature patented Backlight technology for optimal readability. 
• A double-domed sapphire crystal, with an anti-reflective coating, protects the dial.
• A cushion-shaped stainless steel case frames the dial. It measures 39mm in diameter. 
• The exhibition case back allows the wearer to observe the movement that powers the watch. 
• The watch is finished with a sustainable black vegan grape leather strap that fastens with a buckle clasp.
• This model is water-resistant up to 100 metres (10 bar).
• Movement Type - Automatic with a 38-hour power reserve. 
• Calibre - Swiss Sellita SW200-2.