L.U.C Chronometer 8HF

This has been a watch that has appealed to me since it was launched and while it took me many years to finally see the original (as opposed to the somewhat more ‘common’ ceramic PR version) and some more to finally get one, I am over the moon with it ever

When this was launched Chopard was at one of the peak eras of their experimentation. The Tech Twist era and design language was still there and they were launching new calibers left right and center. Including the 8Hz movement here. The case design, crown

Since its launch I have been lusting after this one and while it took me many years to finally add it to the collection I am super happy to have found one finally. The black dial, ceramic and titanium cased version that came after was perhaps a tad more p

I believe the LUC 8HF was one of the last ones…

The 8 Hz movement has a truly unique sound, to add to the unusual case design and nice frosted dial - so a pleasure for all senses. What are you wearing this weekend?

The road trip well and truly over (unfortunately - although I see signs of ageing in the driver, getting somewhat weary after 5 days) it’s back to the office grind. The Chopard LUC 8HF on wrist duty today and it’s always a joy to wear. And makes a sound u

While the tree colors are still around and Halloween just there, I have driven through the first violent snowfall of the season, so I guess it’s slowly time for winter. So here goes an autumn color scheme, with the Chopard LUC 8HF, to celebrate this color

Like the shot of the Chopard LUC 8HF it was essential to do another one with the watch du jour the following day. This time it was the Habring2 Foudroyante, having the added bonus of being a rare bona fide Austrian watch brand. Was my / our second Habring

After having been worn for a long time on a black rubber strap for maximum stealth my 8HF received a color upgrade very recently: What do you think? Best, Martin

I guess some might be scandalized and it was not an intended combination from the start. I took the original black strap off to use on another watch (don’t have the full strap assortment with) and to make the watch fit the travel container put this on ins