Discover Old Soul by Vianney Halter and Massena LAB. A 47-piece limited-edition wristwatch powered by a revived Minerva 17’22 movement with a mystery dial complication.
Why the Name “Old Soul”?
The heart of the watch is its movement.
It represents both the life force of a timepiece and its enduring essence.
The soul, like the movement, is built to outlast its vessel.
The Movement
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Built around the vintage Minerva 17’22 caliber
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Originally developed in the 1920s and used in pocket watches until 1942
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Rediscovered as new old stock and revived in 2025
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Modified to power a mystery dial complication—a first for this vintage movement
The Dial
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Multi-layered with steampunk influences from Vianney Halter
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Vintage and mid-century design cues from Massena LAB
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Hours at 3 o’clock, seconds at 9 o’clock, minutes on the outer chapter ring
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Transparent disc for the minute hand, creating the illusion of it floating in space
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Arabic numerals in Halter’s signature typeface
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Railroad track styling across all three registers for a historical touch
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Branding (“Vianney Halter” and “Massena”) printed on the sapphire crystal interior, casting subtle shadows
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Steampunk-inspired shield atop the crystal, engraved and dotted with stainless steel studs
The Case
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42mm stainless steel case with stepped lugs
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Polished and brushed finishing for contrast
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Crown fitted with tactile studs for grip and design symmetry
The Movement Finishing
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Displayed through sapphire glass with anti-reflective coating
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Hand-finished Minerva caliber 17’22
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Features include:
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Côtes de Genève stripes
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Anglage finishing
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Black polish detailing
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Mainspring barrel engraved with the Minerva name
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Double emblem with insignias of both Vianney Halter and Massena LAB
Limited Edition
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Only 47 pieces worldwide
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Combines Minerva heritage, Halter’s technical mastery, and Massena LAB’s historic vision
