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Technical it is....
Thanks for your replies. When the daylight returns (remember I'm in UK) I will take some more pics.
It is a fascinating design. The combination of a hi-tech mechanism and a post modern design (that doesn't look like Apple ) but which is still refined is very special.
My photographic 'skills' do not do it justice.
As far as I know it is the first ultra high frequency watch to be COSC certified.
Maybe you can all help solve a conundrum for me. Chopard has ;
Beautifully made and designed in house calibres
Great visual designs (possibly too many?)
Cutting edge technology (8HF is a good example)
A real manufacture
Fair pricing
So why are there so few Chopardistas like us?
I would be interested to hear your opinions.
Stay strong,
Antony
Chopard 8HF: A New Age of Timekeeping?
I became a Chopard enthusiast about 10 years ago. I was in Singapore and saw an advert for the upcoming Steel Wings skeleton tourbillon. I was astonished by the cutting edge visual design. So smitten that I ordered one of the limited edition of 5 pieces. ...
Very nice!
Very nice! I have a question about the 3 week/4 sec accuracy. For the 3 weeks, how often was it worn? Daily? Also, Do indulge us with a few 'On the wrist' shots...if you can.. Merv
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I wore and am wearing it for it for about 12hrs/day, then leave it, dial up (for no reason) overnight. I am pleased that you like it. All the best
great review, great watch and good to see you posting here Ant
look forward to seeing you next time we have a london meal. if you were there the other week my invite went to my old email address or i would have been there. best G
It could have been a watch made by indpendants
for its orginial shape and unusual technical features. I'm not a Chopard guy, even if the L.U.C. familly seems very well finished and designed. But I still remember when this 8Hz was presented, I was really curious to learn more about this watch. I would ...
KFS has the heart of an indie.
I agree that the 8HF could be the work of an indie, perhaps that's what appealed to me. I believe that KFS studied Art at university. When I met him I was certain that he was a really creative guy who would always try to give his products an 'edge'. No co...
Great post my dear ant..
All your passion for your new addition perspires in every word. A watch to acknowledge and to appreciate for sure,its performance is quite something. I must say its look is very captivating too. Luc watches are too underrated if you ask me,I think the ove...
It keeps accurate time.
I would prefer the dial without the date window. Regards Ling
Superb addition, Ant!
Really cool watch that highlights Chopard´s commitment to chronometry and excellence. Needless to say, the fact that you have a friendship with Mr. KFS makes this watch even more special and personal. Enjoy it profoundly, and please share more pictures or...
Super technical
Hey Ant, Nice one. I've been eyeing it as well. Glad it lived up to your expectations. Op
Technical it is....
Thanks for your replies. When the daylight returns (remember I'm in UK) I will take some more pics. It is a fascinating design. The combination of a hi-tech mechanism and a post modern design (that doesn't look like Apple ) but which is still refined is v...
Agree
Hey Antony, Agree on all your points but I think the issue is the lack of an iconic design. Granted it is far easier said than done. But chopard doesn't have a royal oak, calatrava, patrimony, santos, reverso, , that is entirely associated with the brand....
You are so right
Hi Phillip, I think that you have put your finger on what is missing from Chopard. They have made so many beautiful designs (with fab mechs, cases, dials and hands) but somehow there isn't a Chopard 'look' or clear Chopard design identity. I am going on a...
What i think.
To most people, Chopard = Happy Diamonds / Happy Sport series of quartz watches. I am sure this line provides healthy business for Chopard, But this overshadows the better 'horological' things that Chopard does, and deserves more credit for.
8Hz box
Im the delighted owner of the L.U.C 8hz number 75 out of 100. Bought it in Abu Dhabi. the piece is superbe, I have only one concern: not sure they delivered me the matching box... Could someone provide with a snapshot of the box so that I can compare? tha...
no special box
Unfortunately there is no special box for the 8HF. I got mine with the brown wooden L.U.C Box, too, same as XP Skeletec. The box is nice, but doesn't fit at all to the 8 HF. The boutique told me that there are many complaints so that there might come a sp...