CHOPARD L.U.C Perpetual Chrono
Chopard �C L.U.C Perpetual ChronoWe've been used to Chopard's super-sophisticated L.U.C. collection for a while. This model is a step above. The technical, quality and ethical features put the L.U.C Perpetual Chrono in a class of its own.Let's start with technique. The piece is fuelled by the 03.10-L calibre and brings together two top complications: the perpetual calendar and chronograph. What makes things even more exciting is that there are two types of measurement: long time with the first and short time with the second. On top of that, the displays occupy the same spaces. The minute counter at 3 features the months and leap years whilst the hour counter at 9 displays the days and day/night indicator.As for quality, the watch has the Geneva Seal and is COSC-certified. Last but by no means least, the ethical white gold 45mm case is "Fairmined" guaranteed. Limited edition (20 available).Price: 85,000 CHFPar Fabrice Eschmannchopard

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