This is the first timepiece to bear the three most prestigious Swiss watchmaking certifications: COSC chronometer certification, Fleurier Quality Foundation and the Poinçon de Genève – the latter only ever having been stamped on movement components up to now.
The Chopard Manufacture L.U.C Calibre 02-13-L (L.U.C 1.02QF) used in this piece is the world’s only movement to be fitted with four stacked and series-coupled barrels which provide a full nine days (216 hours) of power reserve, which is displayed at 12 o’clock. 18-carat red-gold case, 43mm diameter, sapphire crystal, silvered dial and brown alligator leather strap. Water resistant to 50 metres.
Source: Europa Star October - November 2011 Magazine Issue