Chopard

Strength and character: the new Mille Miglia GT XL Chrono Speed Black asserts its presence through both its powerful black design and its high-performance mechanism. The magic of black reinforces the contemporary nature of this exceptional chronograph driven by a movement that is chronometer-certified (COSC). A sports watch resolutely in tune with the times, the Mille Miglia CT XL Chrono Speed black sets the seal on the 20-year involvement of Chopard in the world’s most legendary classic car rally.

Ultra-trendy, forcefully expressive and suited to all circumstances, black is making a major comeback at Chopard in 2008. Witness the new Mille Miglia GT XL Chrono Speed Black, entirely clad in this handsome shade. Black case, black dial, black Superluminova-coated hands ensuring perfect readability in the dark and a black strap: the new Mille Miglia chronograph by Chopard is clearly not the kind for half-measures. Even the famous ordinarily red emblem of the legendary race is interpreted in black and white.

The generously sized 44 mm case in DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) blackened steel is scratch-resistant and water-resistant to 100 metres. Lending even greater depth and character to this watch, the dial is distinguished by its split-level chronograph counters as well as by its oversized “6” and “12” o’clock numerals transferred in an original manner beneath the sapphire crystal. The tachometric scale engraved on the streamlined bezel and pushers further reinforces the sporting nature of this watchmaking speed machine. At the heart of this model throbs a mechanical self-winding chronograph mechanism, chronometer-certified (COSC). Equipped with a stop seconds device to enhance time-setting accuracy, this calibre is adorned with “Côtes de Genève”. It displays the hours, minutes, small seconds at 9 o’clock, the date at 3 o’clock with a built-in lens, chronograph minute and hour counters at 12 and 6 o’clock respectively, along with a central sweep seconds chronograph hand.

The Mille Miglia GT XL Chrono Speed Black is held firmly to the wrist by a natural black rubber strap – featuring the 1960s Dunlop Racing tyre-tread motif – with folding clasp in DLC blackened steel.

Issued in a limited edition of 1,000 and available exclusively from Chopard boutiques, this distinctive chronograph is bound to appeal to devotees of fine mechanisms both large and small.

Case

• Scratch-resistant blackened (DLC) steel

• Total diameter: 44 mm

• Water-resistant to 100 metres

• Glare-proofed sapphire crystal (with transferred 12 and 6 o’clock numerals)

• Integrated rectangular pushers

• Screw-locked blackened steel crown

Movement

• Self-winding, unidirectional

• Number of jewels: 25

• Power reserve: approx. 48 hours

• Frequency 28,800 vph

• Diameter 30 mm

• Stop seconds during time-setting

• Bridges adorned with straight-line “Côtes de Genève”

• Chronometer-certified (COSC)

Dial and hands

• Black dial

• Large 6 and 12 o’clock numerals transferred beneath the sapphire crystal

• Hour and minute hands and hour-markers coated with Superluminova to ensure perfect night-time readability

• Central second hand tipped with a silver-coloured arrow

Functions / Indications

• Hours and minutes

• Small seconds at 9 o’clock

• Minute counter at 12 o’clock, hour counter at 6 o’clock, central sweep seconds hand

• Date window at 3 o’clock with magnifying glass integrated into the sapphire crystal

Strap and buckle

• Natural black rubber strap (1960s Dunlop Racing tyre-tread motif)

• Folding clasp in DLC blackened steel

Limited edition of 1000 – Ref : 168459-3008 (Boutique exclusivity)

 

 

 

This message has been edited by Kong on 2008-04-03 00:49:09

I just called the boutique and they have me down for their first arrival.. I'm calling and leaving a deposit tomorrow.



(I just wish they did a black stainless steel band for the watch...)

Hmm.... have you seen any matt black SS bracelet?

Kong

And I don't want to make the same mistake. I think this will be a hot piece and I want to have it in my collection.

In response to your question, have I ever seen a black matte SS bracelet, I can't think of any off hand that are OEM.

But I have seen some aftermarket jobs that are cool as hell. Like the PVD Daytona and Submariner (I believe these are made by some dept. store in England.)..



The MM would look hat as hell on a bracelet like the one above. And again, I know many of you may say, SICK looking Rolex's, where can I get one like that? (others will hate it..) They are a speciality of some department store in England and they charge a fortune for it. Also, Rolex will not touch the watch after it has been PVD.. It voids all warranties as well.

The Breitling Avenger PVD also has the same problem, it is on a strap when these watches should be on a bracelet.. At least in my opinion.

Hmmm...the PVD Submariner looks good. Do Rolex produce this version?

However, my concern is confirmed about coated Black bracelet.  After a while, the abrasion marks between the joints of bracelets will appear.

Have a feeling, ceramic material is the way to go.... so far has not seen in matt... for gloss, J12 has it.

Kong

It's an aftermarket job... They do it to the Daytona as well.

But I don't mind the marks on the bracelet.. I like a little wear, it gives it character

Hmmm....seem like the surface preparation didn't do properly. 

OK, Macho Have you checked out the L.U.C Pro One GMT before?

A picture for your reference ....