AN EVIDENTLY offset wrist wear
Thanks to its unique orientation, the Qartel model naturally follows the wrist, providing unmatched ergonomics and visual comfort.
The case is locked in rotation on the rounded area of the forearm, with shifted numerals for direct time reading.
QARTEL, GabLine’s iconic model
Qartel refers to a singular way of wearing a watch, positioned on a quarter of the wrist.
Rooted in a personal story and a tribute to the past, the Qartel watch remains firmly contemporary, offering a modern and innovative aesthetic.
Thanks to its unique orientation, the watch follows the wrist perfectly, delivering unmatched ergonomics and direct time reading.
The case is locked in rotation on the rounded area of the forearm, with numerals offset for optimal legibility.
The 12 o’clock reference point is shifted 45° to the right when worn on the left wrist, and 150° when worn on the right wrist.
Dimensions: 45 × 29 mm, weight: 48.47 grams.
TXIKIA, the small Qartel
La Petite Qartel is the smaller sister of Qartel.
Balancing bold innovation and artisanal expertise, it stands out through its original design and subtle elegance.
Designed as a continuation of our iconic Qartel model, La Petite Qartel embodies the GabLine spirit in every respect: a singular wrist wear, a unique experience, and exceptional French craftsmanship, paired with the precision of a Swiss movement.
TXIKIA, the small Qartel
La Petite Qartel est la dernière née de l’atelier GabLine.
Balancing bold innovation and artisanal expertise, it stands out through its original design and subtle elegance.
Designed as a continuation of our iconic Qartel model, La Petite Qartel embodies the GabLine spirit in every respect: a singular wrist wear, a unique experience, and exceptional French craftsmanship, paired with the precision of a Swiss movement.
Qartel, the models
Qartel can be adapted through various characteristics to reflect your personal aesthetic.
CASE MATERIALS
- Steel
- Titanium
- 18-carat white, yellow, or rose gold
- Aluminum
- Bronze
Qartel, the models
Qartel can be adapted through various characteristics to reflect your personal aesthetic.
DIAL FINISHES
- Grid dial
- Tinted dial
- Textured dial
Other options
- Case finishes and surface treatments
- Personalized case engraving
- Crown shape
- Hands
- Strap options
All Qartel watches are crafted in our Biarritz atelier. Each piece is hand-numbered.
An idea brought to life with precision
Every detail is carefully considered during the design of a GabLine watch. Each creation is then translated into technical drawings, as we supervise every stage of manufacturing, beginning with the machining of the case.
An idea brought to life with precision
Once machined, each dial is prepared, adjusted, and assembled by hand. Each creation reflects the standards, elegance, and depth of the GabLine universe.
Multiple prototypes were developed to refine the design of Qartel down to the smallest details, combining the expertise of a master watchmaker with the virtuosity of two jewelers.
These collaborations lie at the heart of Qartel’s signature elements: an innovative, unique, and above all bold watch, embodying true artisanal luxury.
The case
The Qartel case fully reveals its intent when worn: perfectly adapted to the anatomy of the wrist, it offers lightness and comfort.
It is crafted from 316L stainless steel, with brushed or polished finishes, sapphire crystal, and 5 ATM water resistance. It is also available in titanium, bronze, and gold.
The dial
The Qartel dial, made from aeronautical filtration grid, plays with transparency to reveal the movement. The 316L stainless steel grid is manually cut in the atelier.
The movement
Swiss-made, this prestigious automatic movement is one of the smallest mechanisms in the world and offers a 40-hour power reserve.
Strap and presentation case leather
Our watch straps are made from full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather. Each strap is individually hand-stitched by a master craftsman using saddle stitching and linen thread.
The openwork detailing in the leather subtly references the automotive world, as do the snap buttons of the presentation case—fastenings commonly found on vintage car roofs.