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 quintessential Mondaine. 

Inspired by the classic panda look, the watches in the Neo Collection offer a reinterpretation by blending it seamlessly with the iconic Swiss Railways station design. With this new series of gentleman’s watches, Mondaine extends its popular chronograph collection. The Swiss brand believes ‘style should be an experience, not just an accessory’; these watches showcase that perfectly. 

Core Features of the Neo Collection:

• Each model in the Neo Collection has chronograph features. 
• Introducing a new shape unique to this line, each model has a brushed stainless steel case.
• Each watch seamlessly blends the classic panda dial with the iconic Swiss Railways station design. 
• A sapphire crystal, with an anti-reflective coating, protects the dial of each watch. 

Model Specifications MSD.41420.LBV:

• The 41mm case of this chronograph model is made from brushed stainless steel.
• The black dial is adorned with white rectangular indices and hands, as well as the red second hand, shaped to resemble a train dispatcher’s baton. 
• Mimicking the markings of a panda face, the three white sub-dials are located at the 3, 6 and 9 o’clock positions. 
• A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, with anti-reflective coating, protects the dial. 
• A date display and chronograph function add to the watch’s great levels of precision. 
• The watch is secured to the wrist with a black vegan grape leather strap. The strap is compatible with Mondaine’s easy-change strap system. 
• The watch is water resistant up to 50 metres (5 bar).
• Powering the watch is a quartz movement with a Ronda 5030 calibre.