CHOPARD – Mille Miglia Zagato Lab One Concept Tourbillon Edition

 

CHOPARD – Mille Miglia Zagato Lab One Concept Tourbillon 42mm Anthracite Ceramicised Titanium Edition - 2026

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Chopard showcases its watchmaking expertise and sense of innovation with a superlight concept watch developed in collaboration with the Italian automotive Atelier

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• The new Zagato Lab One Concept timepiece in ceramicised titanium unites Chopard's passion for automobiles with the spirit of innovation and craftsmanship cultivated by its Manufacture in Fleurier for 30 years.

• Weighing in at just 43.20 grams including the strap (36.5 grams without), it is the lightest watch ever created by Chopard in titanium.

• With its Tubular construction, this third collaboration between the Maison and the Zagato Design Studio draws cues from typical concept car characteristics.

• Thanks to the expertise of the Manufacture's artisans, the exceptional L.U.C 04.04-L movement powering this 19-piece limited edition features chronometer precision and unique finishes, all executed in titanium.

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 An unprecedented design born from the creative encounter between Chopard and Zagato

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The new creative collaboration between Karl-Friedrich Scheufele (Chopard Co-President), the Chopard design team, Andrea Michele Zagato (Zagato President) and Norihiko Harada (Zagato Chief Designer) combines iconic codes from both Maisons to introduce a true concept watch showcasing the watchmaking prowess of the Manufacture's workshops founded in Fleurier in 1996 with the avant-garde spirit of the Italian coachbuilder. 

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Much as a concept car represents innovation in the automotive world, Chopard introduced its first concept watch in 2020 with the Mille Miglia Lab One model, offering enhanced performance and a futuristic aesthetic influenced by racing cars. Today, the Zagato Lab One Concept model is a horological tribute to the automotive designer.

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It magnifies the Tubular architecture characteristic of the car chassis developed by the famous bodywork specialist. The movement is thus supported by a framework of tubes: a principle used in racing cars to optimise rigidity and reduce weight. This design distributes mechanical stress in the event of impacts and improves structural safety. It is a first for Chopard, which has transposed these technologies from motorsport to the field of watchmaking. Instead of lugs, the tubular open loops ensure that the watch sits perfectly on the wrist. 

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They feature a pivoting function whose amplitude is controlled by an adjustment system (approximately 45 degrees on each side). The crown on the side of the case is derived from automotive differential gears and personalised with an engraved steering wheel that has become emblematic of Chopard's Classic Racing codes. 

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The time display is the result of an aesthetic quest combining contemporary style and legibility: the movement mainplate, which serves as the dial, is adorned with Zagato's unmistakable recurrent “Z” motif, featuring chamfers enhanced by a rhodium-plated finish. The likewise rhodium-plated Chopard and Zagato logos are displayed in positive relief. 

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The watch face is topped by a ‘glass box’ sapphire crystal fitted flush with the caseband, accentuating the dial’s legibility. 

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For the sake of symmetry, the caseback adopts a similar principle to extend the caseband while offering a full view of the movement and highlighting every mechanical detail.

Ceramicised titanium: 
properties tried and tested in automotive construction

The 42 mm diameter case along with the movement bridges and mainplate are made from ceramicised titanium. 

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This ultra-resistant metal is obtained by a process of oxidising titanium through electro-plasma technology: a treatment endowing it with a hardness of 1000 Vickers as well as shock and scratch resistance comparable to that of ceramic. 

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Its lightness enables the workshops to offer this timepiece weighing just 43.20 grams – including the strap. 

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A material developed for use in aerospace and automobile construction, ceramicised titanium also features an anthracite grey colour that does not fade over time – a welcome feature in a watch designed for the most extreme conditions.

L.U.C Calibre 04.04-L: 
a watchmaking engine that is both light and performant

While the aesthetics of the timepiece evoke the sleek lines of Zagato iconic cars, its horological “engine” reflects the same quest for performance, most notably through the use of ceramicised titanium. 

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Like the case, the bridges and mainplate of the calibre are crafted from this cuttingedge material, whose lightness and resistance reinforce the timepiece’s technical identity. 

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From the very first discussions about this project, one thing was certain: this model would incorporate an evolution of Chopard Manufacture's Engine One Tourbillon calibre, introduced in 2010 and representing a true aesthetic hybrid between automotive mechanics and Haute Horlogerie. 

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This new mechanical “speed machine” retains the distinctive fuel gauge of its predecessor, displaying the power reserve and accentuating the analogy between a dashboard and the watch dial. 

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L.U.C Calibre 04.04-L is nonetheless distinguished by its round shape, breaking with the vertical and horizontal configurations of its predecessors (including the 2010 L.U.C Engine One timepiece with its L.U.C Calibre 04.01-L). Previously crafted in nickel silver, the bridges and baseplate of this new movement are now made of ceramicised titanium. 

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Drawing on from solutions tried and tested by Chopard Manufacture, the calibre incorporates a shock-absorbing system based on silent blocks and specially redesigned for this model.  

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Just as in a car engine, these elastomer elements dampen vibrations and absorb impacts. Four lever arms inserted into the caseband ensure optimal stability and increased mechanical protection for the calibre. 

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At the heart of the movement, a 60-second tourbillon topped by a small seconds dial is combined with a Variner® balance and a hairspring with a Phillips terminal curve, all housed in an aluminium carriage contributing to the Zagato Lab One Concept model’s exceptional lightness. 

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This meticulous pursuit of perfectly homogeneous materials has one ultimate goal: to reduce weight, echoing the quest for lightness in the world of motor racing.

Chopard and the passion for motorsport

A passion for mechanics and performance are the foundational ties binding Chopard to the world of motor racing, particularly through the Mille Miglia collection. Since 1988, the Maison has served as official partner to the eponymous Italian race. 

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It was on the route of this legendary rally that Karl-Friedrich Scheufele – himself a classic-car enthusiast and collector – met Andrea Michele Zagato, President of the famous Italian coachbuilding company that bears his name, and whose bodywork expertise is widely represented among the cars competing in the event.

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As a result of this shared passion, Chopard and Zagato have already signed two creative partnerships: the first in 2013 with the Mille Miglia Zagato Chronograph timepiece; followed in 2019 by the Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Zagato 100th Anniversary Edition commemorating the coachbuilder’s founding date. This exclusive 19-piece third limited edition again references the history of the prestigious Italian firm and specifically its birth on 19 April 1919.

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The third opus of our collaboration with Zagato represents the shared values of our family businesses: bold design in the service of technical performance, a perpetual quest for precision and a passion for motor racing”, notes Karl-Friedrich Scheufele.

Zagato, an identity forged over more than 100 years of car manufacturing

Zagato, a family business founded in Milan, has embodied the art of exceptional coachbuilding since its inception. Established by Ugo Zagato in 1919, the Atelier pioneered the application of aeronautical techniques to racing cars, combining lightweight aluminium bodies with tubular chassis. This approach unlocked streamlined forms optimised for aerodynamics, giving rise to timeless and highly collectible designs.

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Zagato’s design philosophy is rooted in function, where every curve serves both beauty and performance. Its bold, handcrafted, and fully bespoke creations have shaped the Atelier’s distinctive identity, enhancing legendary models with disruptive lines and refined finishes. 

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Collection :   Mille Miglia

 Model:  Chopard Mille Miglia Zagato Lab One Concept Edition

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Reference: 168636-3001


Case
    Material: Anthracite-coloured beadblasted ceramicised titanium
    Diameter 42 mm
    Thickness 11.15 mm
    Anthracite beadblasted ceramicised titanium crown, with notched profile and engraved steering wheel motif: 7.4 mm
    Self-locking handle-type lugs in ceramicised titanium
    Sapphire crystal ‘glass box’ glare-proofed on both sides
    Water-resistant to 50 metres
Dial 
    Anthracite-coloured ceramicised titanium mainplate adorned with Zagato “Z” motifs in positive relief
    Rhodium-plated and polished Chopard and Zagato logos
    Rhodium-plated and polished chamfers
    Rhodium-plated openworked hours and minutes hands, shaped to evoke racing-car steering wheels with pierced spokes
    Rhodium-plated baton-style hands for the small seconds and power-reserve indicator
    Power-reserve indicator in the form of a fuel gauge
    Ceramicised titanium tourbillon bridge, shaped like the spokes of a racing-car steering wheel
Movement
    Mechanical hand-wound movement L.U.C 04.04-L
    Diameter 30.60 mm
    Number of parts: 207
    Number of jewels 29
    Frequency 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
    Power reserve 60 hours
    60-second tourbillon
    Anthracite-coloured ceramicised titanium bridges and mainplate
    Hairspring with Phillips terminal curve Variner® balance
    Chronometer-certified by the COSC
Functions
    Central display of the hours and minutes
    Small seconds at 6 o'clock
    Tourbillon at 6 o'clock
    Power-reserve indicator at 12 o'clock
    Stop-seconds function
Strap 
    Two strap options: technical fabric with hook-and-loop fastener and anthracite-coloured ceramicised titanium loop; or calfskin leather with engraved pin buckle

 🔰Limited edition of 19 pieces

🔴 Price: MSRP: EUR 140'000 / US $ 150,700 / CHF 130'000💰

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CHOPARD – L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Enso', 'Meditating Daruma' & 'Samurai Last Stand' Edition

 

CHOPARD – L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Enso', 'Meditating Daruma' & 'Samurai Last Stand' Edition - 2025

Chopard’s emblematic jumping-hour movement equips three exclusive new editions of the L.U.C Quattro Spirit in ethical gold. Staging an encounter between East and West, the dial of these creations revisits symbols embedded in Japanese culture through Grand Feu enamel skills mastered by a specialised artisan within the Manufacture. 

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The meticulous finishing of the L.U.C Quattro Spirit Enso, L.U.C Quattro Spirit Samurai Last Stand and L.U.C Quattro Spirit Meditating Daruma has earned them recognition symbolised by the Poinçon de Genève hallmark. Equipped with the four barrels characterising the exclusive Chopard Quattro technology offering up to an eight-day power reserve, L.U.C Calibre 98.06-L places these horological masterpieces among the rare jumping-hour watches endowed with such autonomy. Each edition, in 18-carat ethical white or rose gold, is limited to 8 timepieces.

Artistic crafts: dials reflecting the expertise of the Manufacture’s enamelling artisan

A case in ethical gold featuring rounded shapes inspired by the hunter-type pocket watches once designed by Louis-Ulysse Chopard frames an exceptional dial adorned with Grand Feu enamel. This decorative technique has been cultivated since the 17th century and is now perpetuated by only a handful of master Artisans, including an enameller within Chopard Manufacture.

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L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Ensō' Ref. 161977-1006

The enamelling process involves mixing silica with ground oxides to form coloured powders that are dissolved in water before being delicately applied to the dial in thin layers. Between each application, the dial is fired in a high-temperature kiln for a very specific length of time, as each of these firings jeopardises the balance of the overall composition. Throughout this process, the Artisan’s intuition and experience are crucial.

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Meditating Daruma' Ref. 161977-1007

The integration of this Artistic craft is representative of Karl-Friedrich Scheufele’s determination to create – with Chopard Manufacture – a centre of excellence dedicated to perpetuating traditional watchmaking expertise.

The rich symbols of Japanese culture, faithful to the L.U.C philosophy

The motifs depicted by the enamel Artisan were chosen by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele in reference to symbols of Japanese culture, resonating with the L.U.C philosophy, which remains faithful to refined aesthetics, respect for traditions and the place of history in civilisations around the world. Punctuated with gold or platinum, these black enamel dials are not merely decorative, but become unique works of art.

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L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Ensō' Ref. 161977-1006

The first series pays tribute to the ensō, the emblematic circle drawn in a single stroke as an act of meditation and mindfulness. This illustrates the beauty of the moment and the acceptance of imperfection through the balance between emptiness and fullness. 

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At times fine and regular and at others broad and irregular, each ensō reflects the state of mind of the calligrapher at the moment of its creation and celebrates the diversity of meanings that this circle can convey: calm, energy, movement or emptiness.

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Samurai Last Stand' Ref. 161977-5010

The second dial is inspired by a powerful symbol from Japanese military history: the tattered battle fan, which Chopard's Co-President had the opportunity to admire on a kimono belt (obi) as he visited Japan. 

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This rare motif, evoking both the fragility of life and resilience in the face of adversity, embodies the warrior's determination to continue fighting despite his wounds. Subtly reproduced on the dial, the pattern pays tribute to traditional textile art and the spirituality of the Japanese warrior.

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Meditating Daruma' Ref. 161977-1007

Finally, the dial of the third L.U.C Quattro Spirit limited edition draws inspiration from an iconic work by the courtier and painter Konoe Nobutada (1565–1614), entitled Daruma in Meditation. This ink painting executed in a minimalist style depicts a legendary monk named Daruma who was the founder of Zen Buddhism. Having meditated while facing a wall for nine years, Daruma embodies the quest for spiritual awakening, resilience and inner balance. 

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His round silhouette with no arms or legs has become a universal symbol of perseverance: “Fall seven times, get up eight”. Echoing this figure in a minimalist and deeply spiritual interpretation, and faithful to the philosophy of letting go, the dial is a tribute to Daruma's quiet strength and the art of controlled movement, resonating as an invitation to contemplation.

L.U.C 98.06-L: 
a jumping-hour calibre endowed with an exceptional eight-day power reserve

The jumping-hour movement equipping these limited series is one of the few in this category of watches – which generally consume a great deal of energy – to offer up to eight days of power reserve. Thanks to the four stacked and series-coupled barrels based on the unique Chopard Quattro technology – which usually offers up to 216 hours of autonomy – the L.U.C Quattro Spirit model maintains a reserve above 190 hours despite the amount of energy required for the instant rotation of the hours disc.

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L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Ensō' Ref. 161977-1006

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L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Ensō' Ref. 161977-1006

This power reserve can be tracked using the indicator engraved on the movement visible through the transparent case-back.

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Samurai Last Stand' Ref. 161977-5010

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Samurai Last Stand' Ref. 161977-5010

Together, the four barrels comprise almost two metres of spring. In addition to providing a more generous power reserve, they ensure greater accuracy because the energy transmitted is more evenly distributed. The energy delivered to the escapement is more constant, as is the amplitude, thus enabling high levels of chronometric (precision timekeeping) performance.

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Meditating Daruma' Ref. 161977-1007

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L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Meditating Daruma' Ref. 161977-1007

Visible through an exhibition case-back, this highly complicated mechanical hand-wound movement ensures reliability and precision within an overall thickness of just 4.85 millimetres. The balance-spring is equipped with a Phillips terminal curve that guarantees the regulating organ’s precision throughout the movement’s operation – a feat of which only authentic Haute Horlogerie Manufactures are capable. It features a swan’s neck regulator index enabling more accurate timing of the balance frequency (and hence the rate of the watch) by helping to fine-tune the active length of the balance-spring. In addition to its technical benefits, this device also endows the calibre with a more sophisticated aesthetic.

Craftsmanship recognised by the Poinçon de Genève

In 1997, Chopard Manufacture launched the first watch to emerge from its watchmaking workshops: the L.U.C 1860, equipped with the L.U.C 96.01-L movement. Since then, through the L.U.C collection, it has accumulated mastery of all the major horological complications. Between Fleurier and Geneva, Chopard Manufacture conceives, develops, manufactures, assembles, decorates and certifies all its timepieces. Thanks to Karl-Friedrich Scheufele's commitment to watchmaking tradition and technical innovation, the Manufacture maintains a high level of finishing by preserving numerous Artistic crafts and skills.

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Calibre L.U.C 96.01-L

The excellence of these L.U.C Quattro Spirit models is acknowledged by the Poinçon de Genève, which guarantees the quality and proper functioning of watches assembled in the canton. Stamped on the back of the watch and on the main bridge of the movement, it represents the coat of arms of the city of Geneva, consisting of a golden key and an eagle.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Collection :   L.U.C

 Model:   Chopard L.U.C Quattro 'Spirit Ensō' Edition

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Reference: 161977-1006

🔰Limited edition of 8 pieces

Case
    Material: 18-carat ethical white gold
    Diameter: 40.00 mm
    Thickness: 10.30 mm
    Crown in 18-carat ethical white gold with L.U.C logo: 7.00 mm
    Vertical satin-brushed case-middle and interhorn space
    Polished bezel and case-back
    Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
    Exhibition back
    Water-resistant to 50 metres
Dial
    Grand Feu enamel dial adorned with an “Ensō” symbol
    Rhodium-plated Dauphine fusée minutes hand
    Gilded baton-type hand for the power-reserve indicator
Movement
    Mechanical movement with manual winding L.U.C 98.06-L
    Diameter: 31.80 mm
    Thickness: 4.85 mm
    Number of jewels: 42
    Number of parts: 240
    Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
    Power reserve of 192 hours (8 days)
    Jumping hours
    Four barrels – exclusive Chopard Quattro® technology
    Bridges with Côtes de Genève motif and gilded engravings
    Swan’s neck fine adjustment
    Balance-spring with Phillips terminal curve
    Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark
Functions/Indications
    Instantaneous jumping-hour display in a 6 o’clock aperture
    Pointer-type central display of the minutes
    Power-reserve indicator at 12 o’clock on the back of the watch
    Balance-stop function enabling accurate adjustments of the hour (and minutes)
Strap
    Hand-sewn strap in shiny black alligator leather
    Polished and satin-brushed pin buckle in 18-carat ethical white gold

🔴 Price: MSRP: EUR 64'100💰/ US $ 68,700💰

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Collection :   L.U.C

 Model: Chopard L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Meditating Daruma' Edition

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Reference: 161977-1007

🔰Limited edition of 8 pieces

Case
    Material: 18-carat ethical white gold
    Diameter: 40.00 mm
    Thickness: 10.30 mm
    Crown in 18-carat ethical white gold with L.U.C logo: 7.00 mm
    Vertical satin-brushed case-middle and interhorn space
    Polished bezel and case-back
    Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
    Exhibition back
    Water-resistant to 50 metres
Dial
    Grand Feu enamel dial adorned with a “Daruma” silhouette
    Rhodium-plated Dauphine fusée minutes hand
    Gilded baton-type hand for the power-reserve indicator
Movement
    Mechanical movement with manual winding L.U.C 98.06-L
    Diameter: 31.80 mm
    Thickness: 4.85 mm
    Number of jewels: 42
    Number of parts: 240
    Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
    Power reserve of 192 hours (8 days)
    Jumping hours
    Four barrels – exclusive Chopard Quattro® technology
    Bridges with Côtes de Genève motif and gilded engravings
    Swan’s neck fine adjustment
    Balance-spring with Phillips terminal curve
    Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark
Functions/Indications
    Instantaneous jumping-hour display in a 6 o’clock aperture
    Pointer-type central display of the minutes
    Power-reserve indicator at 12 o’clock on the back of the watch
    Balance-stop function enabling accurate adjustments of the hour (and minutes)
Strap
    Hand-sewn strap in shiny black alligator leather
    Polished and satin-brushed pin buckle in 18-carat ethical white gold

🔴 Price: MSRP: EUR 64'100 / US $ 68,700💰

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

 Collection :   L.U.C

 Model:  Chopard L.U.C Quattro Spirit 'Samurai Last Stand' Edition

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Reference: 161977-5010

🔰Limited edition of 8 pieces

Case
    Material: 18-carat ethical rose gold
    Diameter: 40.00 mm
    Thickness: 10.30 mm
    Crown in 18-carat ethical rose gold with L.U.C logo: 7.00 mm
    Vertical satin-brushed case-middle and interhorn space
    Polished bezel and case-back
    Glare-proofed sapphire crystal
    Exhibition back
    Water-resistant to 50 metres
Dial 
    Grand Feu enamel dial adorned with a “Tattered Fan” motif
    Gilded Dauphine fusée minutes hand
    Gilded baton-type hand for the power-reserve indicator
Movement
    Mechanical movement with manual winding L.U.C 98.06-L
    Diameter: 31.80 mm
    Thickness: 4.85 mm
    Number of jewels: 42
    Number of parts: 240
    Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
    Power reserve of 192 hours (8 days)
    Jumping hours
    Four barrels – exclusive Chopard Quattro® technology
    Bridges with Côtes de Genève motif and gilded engravings
    Swan’s neck fine adjustment
    Balance-spring with Phillips terminal curve
    Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark
Functions/Indications
    Instantaneous jumping-hour display in a 6 o’clock aperture
    Pointer-type central display of the minutes
    Power-reserve indicator at 12 o’clock on the back of the watch
    Balance-stop function enabling accurate adjustments of the hour (and minutes)
Strap
    Hand-sewn strap in shiny black alligator leather
    Polished and satin-brushed pin buckle in 18-carat ethical rose gold

🔴 Price: MSRP: EUR 64'100 / US $ 68,700 💰

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