Jacob & Co. sourcing: variant before spectacle.
Direct answer: Start with the full collection name and item number. “Astronomia,” “Bugatti” and “Godfather” each cover distinct watches and executions. Material, gem setting, calibre, animation and edition can change within a family. The official catalogue and retailer directory define the public route; any secondary offer needs its own identity, function, condition and seller checks.
This page organises public evidence. It is not a stock list and does not claim a Jacob & Co. relationship, a commission slot or a completed transaction.
Use the item number, not only the family name.
Jacob & Co.'s public directory spans many high-complication and gem-set variants. A defensible comparison starts after the exact execution is identified.
| Family or route | Primary-source position | What to record |
|---|---|---|
| Astronomia | The official timepieces directory lists several Astronomia families, including Astronomia Regulator and Astronomia Solar Zodiac. | Full item number, case and crystal architecture, calibre, display modules, materials, gem specification and edition. |
| Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon | Bugatti's 20 April 2020 release documents the first all-new watch of the partnership, a 578-component movement with a W16-style automaton and flying tourbillon. | Exact Chiron variant, item number, case material, automaton operation, calibre state, service history and accessories. |
| Godfather watches | Jacob & Co.'s official directory now lists The Godfather II, while its partnership page confirms The Godfather collaboration. | Do not shorten the name to “Opera” or “Godfather” in a contract. Capture the exact model, item number, musical function and edition. |
| New-watch route | The maker publishes a global list of mono-brand boutiques and authorised retailers. | Ask the listed store to confirm the candidate, specification, price, tax treatment and availability in writing. |
| Secondary or consigned watch | A public listing can identify an offer but cannot validate its contents. | Obtain high-resolution evidence, ownership authority, function video, condition disclosure, documents and proposed inspection terms. |
Jacob & Co. sources reviewed 14 September 2026.
| Source date or status | What it supports | Open source |
|---|---|---|
| Checked 14 September 2026 | The official directory lists current collection names and variants, including Astronomia, Bugatti and Godfather families. | Jacob & Co. timepieces ↗ |
| 20 April 2020 | Bugatti's primary release records the Chiron Tourbillon partnership, W16-style automaton, flying tourbillon and 578-component movement. | Bugatti newsroom ↗ |
| Checked 14 September 2026 | Jacob & Co.'s official partnership index confirms its Bugatti and The Godfather collaborations. | Official partnerships ↗ |
| Checked 14 September 2026 | The official store locator identifies boutiques and retailers by market. | Official retailers ↗ |
Include every moving component in the brief.
For an animated or musical complication, visual condition alone is not enough. Define how identity and operation will be demonstrated before acceptance.
- Collection, full item number, edition, material and gem configuration.
- Calibre, complication sequence, function video and power-reserve behaviour.
- Certificates, gem documentation where relevant, box, accessories and service papers.
- Inspection venue, seller authority, payment conditions, tax position and insured delivery.
A catalogue entry is not a verified candidate.
The technical and collaboration statements above are limited to the linked official or partner material, reviewed on 14 September 2026. They do not evidence Maison Montres inventory, bespoke access, retailer status or transaction experience.
- Family imagery cannot substitute for the offered watch's item number and documents.
- A function video is useful evidence but does not replace an agreed physical inspection.
- This editorial page provides no custody promise, title guarantee or warranty of authenticity.
- Before an engagement, document the role, compensation, conflicts, acceptance tests and settlement process.
Record the item before the transaction.
Jacob & Co. sourcing FAQ.
Why is the Jacob & Co. item number important?
A collection name can cover different cases, materials, gem settings, calibres and editions. The item number narrows the specification and should be reconciled with the watch, certificate and manufacturer material before comparison or contracting.
What should be tested on a Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon?
The scope should cover the exact item and calibre, timekeeping functions, the flying tourbillon, the W16-style automaton, winding and reserve behaviour, case and crystal condition, and prior service. The test method and acceptance limits must be agreed for the actual watch.
Are all Jacob & Co. Godfather watches the same?
No. The official directory and partnership material use distinct Godfather product names. A buyer should capture the full model and item number, musical mechanism, case and edition rather than rely on the words “Opera” or “Godfather” alone.
Does Maison Montres have Jacob & Co. allocation or bespoke access?
This page makes no such claim. Current new-watch availability or commission options must be confirmed through Jacob & Co. or a retailer in its official directory. A secondary search is a separate engagement with written scope and evidence gates.
Continue with the right record.
Private sourcing. Define the target, evidence standard, budget and approval route.
Authentication scope. Understand the inspection evidence, written output and limitations.
Market valuation. Tie the estimate to a market, date, purpose, assumptions and limits.
Collection register. Use the private inventory, insurance-review and succession toolkit.