Fresh design: with a little imagination, it's not hard to notice that the elegant dial features two bended return-to-zero displays and pointers resembling butterfly wings. On the left side, there is a 0-30 second display scale where the pointer returns instantly after displaying 30 seconds and continues for another 30 seconds to complete a one-minute display process, as "Wings of Time" dance endlessly. On the right side is the calendar display where the pointer bounces back at the end of the month to start another journey. These two delightful indicators are driven by the La Joux-Perret 8310 automatic movement, which made its debut. About 20 years ago, Chronoswiss launched the classic Chronograph Rattrapante split-seconds chronograph, and this year the brand presents the Timemaster Split Second split-seconds chronograph. This new model has the essence of a high-precision chronograph and can calculate two independent timing programs. With the handcrafted scales and timing needles, it can accurately measure up to 1/4 or even 1/8 of a second; thanks to the balance frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour of the movement, the chronograph second hand can jump 8 steps per second, making the timing accuracy reach 1/8 of a second, and it is also the first 1/8 second chronograph from Chronoswiss. This fine timepiece is limited to only 55 pieces, showcasing its extraordinary value.
Model: Balance
Ref.: CH 7541 B R - Red Gold Case (HK$202,300)
CH 7543 B - Stainless Steel Case (HK$93,300)
Limited Edition: 55 Pieces
Chronoswiss once again demonstrates its technical level in making mechanical chronographs by mastering the split-seconds chronograph technology. Chronographs themselves are already complex creations, and adding the split-seconds chronograph function makes it even more challenging. In 1992, when the brand introduced the Chronograph Rattrapante, it had already developed column wheel and double clamp technologies and obtained a Swiss patent (No. 682 201). This patented split-seconds chronograph technology also plays a significant role in the Timemaster Split Second split-seconds chronograph.
The first double retrograde watch from Chronoswiss, The Balance, combines exquisite watchmaking techniques with elegant design: the delicate guilloché pattern on the dial displays a balanced layout, highlighting the functions of the automatic chronograph movement, showcasing the beauty of simplicity.
Model: Timemaster Split Second
Ref.: CH 7335R (HK$286,600)
Perfect Details: The engraved decoration on the solid silver dial of the Chronoswiss watch is intricate and beautiful, integrating the decorative designs of Kairos, Lunar, and Delphis series into one harmonious whole. The outer edge is adorned with Breguet-style engraving, the dual retrograde display areas feature wave patterns, the center of the hour and minute counters have honeycomb textures, and the outermost edge is satin-finished. Various finishing textures are distinct and create an unparalleled aesthetic.
Movement: La Joux-Perret Caliber LJP 8310 Automatic Movement
Diameter: 30 mm (13 1/4 lignes)
Thickness: 7.9 mm
Jewels: 39
Balance Wheel: Three-arm Glucydur balance wheel
Hairspring: Nivarox I hairspring
Fine Adjustment: Eccentric cam fine adjustment
Shock Protection: Incabloc shock protection system
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power Reserve: Approximately 46 hours
Finishing: Skeletonized rotor with Geneva stripes polishing; ball bearings; polished escape wheel, pallet fork, and screws; fish-scale polishing on the main plate; fish-scale and Geneva stripes polishing on the bridges.
This new creation integrates dynamic and elegant styles, with clear and easy-to-read layouts despite having multiple display functions, equally impressive. The rose gold case, rose gold split-seconds pusher, pure silver dial, gilded hands, DLC-coated stainless steel bezel and chronograph pushers, along with the color combination of black and rose gold, create a luxurious atmosphere matching its rare production numbers.
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Chronoswiss Limited Series Timemaster Split Second Split-Seconds Chronograph
Speed-oriented racing sports, where winning and losing depends on an instant, are one of the design inspirations for the Timemaster Split Second Split-Seconds Chronograph. Gerd-Rüdiger Lang, founder of Chronoswiss, served as the timekeeper for Formula One races and the Moscow Olympics in the 1980s. These experiences significantly influenced his later research in watchmaking techniques, earning him the nickname "Mr. Chronograph". The Timemaster Split Second Split-Seconds Chronograph is the first chronograph developed by Gerd-Rüdiger Lang capable of calculating 1/4 and 1/8 of a second, equipped with a rotating bezel tachymeter that allows drivers to compare it with the speedometer on the dashboard.
Model: Balance Automatic Double Retrograde Chronograph
Functions: Chronograph, double retrograde (seconds and date), hours, minutes, central chronograph seconds hand, 12-hour and 30-minute counters.
Case: Polished case composed of 40 solid components; fully threaded screw-down polished bezel; anti-reflective sapphire crystal; screw-down polished fully threaded case back with anti-reflective sapphire crystal; onion-shaped crown (same material as the case); patented Autobloc screw-in system for the strap attachment.
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Chronoswiss is the first watch brand to use the La Joux-Perret 8310 automatic movement, whose double retrograde display function is exquisite and captivating, making watch connoisseurs fall in love with it.
Model: Timemaster Split Second Automatic Split-Seconds Chronograph
Functions: Central hour and minute hands, small seconds hand; date window at 3 o'clock; central chronograph seconds hand; 30-minute counter, 12-hour counter; bezel tachymeter scale; 1/8 second and 1/4 second chronograph scale displayed on the dial.
Case: Rose gold (5N) with DLC-coated stainless steel polished case composed of 59 components; DLC-coated stainless steel bezel with tachymeter scale; curved anti-reflective sapphire crystal; screw-down polished gold case back with curved anti-reflective sapphire crystal; DLC-coated stainless steel onion-shaped crown; DLC-coated stainless steel chronograph pushers; rose gold split-seconds chronograph pusher (at 11 o'clock); patented Autobloc screw-in system for the strap attachment; water-resistant to 100 meters.
Diameter: 44 mm
Thickness: 16.55 mm
Chronoswiss First Double Retrograde Watch The Balance
First double retrograde watch from Chronoswiss The Balance
Dial: Solid silver dial, guilloché pattern
Hands: Blue steel Breguet Losange-shaped hands
Strap: Louisiana alligator leather strap or metal bracelet
Clasp: Pin buckle or folding clasp
Movement: Caliber C.733 Automatic Movement (based on ETA 7750)
Diameter: 30 mm (13 1/4 lignes)
Thickness: 8.10 mm
Jewels: 28
Balance Wheel: Three-arm Glucydur balance wheel
Hairspring: Nivarox I hairspring
Fine Adjustment: Screw fine adjustment
Shock Protection: Incabloc shock protection system
Frequency: 28,800 vph (4 Hz)
Power Reserve: Approximately 44 hours
Finishing: Skeletonized DLC-coated rotor with Geneva stripes polishing; ball bearings; polished escape fork, escape wheel, and screws; fish-scale polishing on the main plate; Geneva ripple polishing on the bridges.
Dial: Solid silver dial, partially set with luminescent material
Hands: Blue steel and gilded hands, partially set with luminescent material
Strap: Rubber strap
Clasp: Pin buckle
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