Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One First Impressions

KMII · 2016-11-09T04:46:21Z

KMII reviews the Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One in platinum and steel, highlighting its in-house movement, world time function, and wearability.

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KMII provides a hands-on first impression of the Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One, Chopard's inaugural world timer with an in-house movement. His review, presented during a 20 Years of L.U.C event, offers valuable insights into the watch's design, wearability, and functionality across its platinum and steel variants.

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As introduced by our dear moderator MTF recently here ( www.watchprosite.com ) Chopard has just launched its first World Timer with an in-house movement - the Time Traveler One.

[Editor's Note: Officially, it is the L.U.C Traveler One]

And even more recently I was offered the opportunity to try it out (among several other Chopard watches).

Presented during a local 20 Years of LUC event, they were a part of a great cocktail of a wonderful location, fascinating table companions, tasty food and last but not least - very interesting watches

The picture quality reflects my skill level and the poor lighting but they give an adequate first impression.

Starting with the platinum - it represents perhaps the more subdued colour choice. The watch features time (hours, minutes & central seconds), a world time function and a date hand. It may look a bit busy on the pictures but works very well 'live'. The finish is impeccable and the size is very wearable - the Chopard lug design helps even slender wristed people to pull it off (worked on my wife's wrist just as well). The world time function (operated through the crown at 4) is very slick, with a well defined click and a pleasant feel. The system is different from the button based alternatives but works equally well.

Now to the steel one, which is offered at a very attractive price level, given the same movement and overall design. The black and orange colour combination makes it sportier or more youthful (depending on perspective). I can still picture it very well with a suit - not quite black tie material but elegant enough for a business attire. For those not so keen on / used to the heft of platinum, the light weight of the steel one may be a further advantage. Not a watch you forget having on your wrist but still very comfortable.

Now to the final picture - a watch many here will know and some call their own (well, not this particular specimen

). Still find it to be one of the most elegant chronographs and simply great overall. The movement may not be as visible in its operation as some other recently released handwound chronos but is wonderfully finished and very modern in terms of specs and performance. But there need to be some targets for the years to come

Finally, a great thanks goes to the local Chopard organisation, who have been impeccable hosts and who organised a truly fascinating event to celebrate 20 years of LUC watches!

Thanks for viewing

This message has been edited by MTF on 2016-11-09 07:41:08

Key Points from the Discussion

The L.U.C 1963 Chrono PuristS Edition in stainless steel features an exclusive black dial, white numerals, red hands, and no date display, making it a unique collector's piece.
The platinum version of the Time Traveler One is suitable for formal wear, while the steel version offers a sportier option for weekends and holidays, suggesting a versatile two-watch solution.
The steel version of the L.U.C Time Traveler One is considered a 'steal' at its price point, offering significant value given its in-house movement and design.
The L.U.C Time Traveler One's world time function, operated via the 4 o'clock crown, is noted for its slick operation, defined click, and pleasant feel, offering an alternative to button-based systems.
The Chopard L.U.C 1963 Chrono PuristS Edition is a hand-wound, no-date, steel chronograph, embodying a specific purist aesthetic.
The Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One in platinum competes with other world timers in its price range, prompting careful consideration, whereas the steel version offers exceptional value.

The Discussion

zabreg1 Mr White

Nov 9, 2016

Nice watch. I like the way they combined the date with the WT.

Now, what is that last one, Mr. Chopard addict? Because I likie...

KMII

Nov 9, 2016

The Chopard LUC 1963 PuristSPro Edition :)

So a product of Purist passion So hand wound, no date, steel Let me know if you want to know more...

zabreg1 Mr White

Nov 9, 2016

Thank you for the education, doctor. [nt]