Chopard L.U.C XP Skeletec Calibre 96.17-S

Kong · 2012-03-09T07:39:45Z

Discover the Chopard L.U.C XP Skeletec, a 2012 BaselWorld release featuring the manufacture's first ultra-thin skeletonized L.U.C Calibre 96.17-S movement. Limited to 288 pieces.

The latest addition to the XP line is the sophisticated and elegant L.U.C XP Skeletec epitomising the philosophy of essentials. Its mechanical self-winding movement, L.U.C Calibre 96.17-S, takes the art of meticulous workmanship to extreme lengths. This ultra-thin movement equipped with two barrels is the first skeletonised calibre produced by Chopard Manufacture.

After launching several Tech models with openworked dials, Chopard is moving a step further in the art of meticulous craftsmanship with the L.U.C XP Skeletec model, revealing one of the most demanding accomplishments in the field of Haute Horlogerie: an ultra-thin skeletonised movement.

An ultra-thin skeletonised movement
Ultra-thin L.U.C Calibre 96.17-S, the first skeletonised movement ever made by Chopard Manufacture, features a blend of technical sophistication and refined elegance. This self-winding calibre beating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz), boasts a 65-hour power reserve thanks to the Twin^® technology, a Chopard-patented system combining two coaxial barrels and representing a truly remarkable technical feat in light of the extreme slenderness of the 3.3 mm-thick movement.

Its mainplate adorned with Côtes de Genève on the dial side, as well as its bridges, are meticulously openworked to reveal its inner workings. The latter are rhodium-plated black and create a contrast that cleverly highlights the gilded gear wheels visible both on the dial side and through the back.

Distinctive design
The nickel-plated sunburst satin-brushed dial forming a ring between the case and the heart of the watch enables clear readability of the time. The unexpected two-tone effect it creates with the 18-carat rose gold case adds considerable strength of character to this model that derives unique elegance from this distinctive design feature. Two gilded Dauphine-type hands and the inscription L.U.Chopard on the glareproofed sapphire crystal further enhance the refined appearance of this 39.5 mm-diameter ultra-thin watch.

The L.U.C XP Skeletec watch comes on an alligator leather strap with an 18-carat rose gold pin buckle. It is issued in a 288-piece limited series.

Case
•   18-carat rose gold
•   Total diameter 39.50 mm
•   Thickness        7.13 mm
•   Water resistance       30 metres
•   18-carat rose gold crown with L.U.C logo       4.00 mm
•   Glareproofed sapphire crystal with L.U.Chopard inscription
•   Exhibition back with glareproofed sapphire crystal

Movement
•   Mechanical self-winding skeletonised movement L.U.C 96.17-S

•   Total diameter       27.40 mm
•   Thickness                3.30 mm
•   Number of jewels 29
•   Frequency             28,800 vph (4Hz)
•   Power reserve   65 hours
•   Bridges adorned with Côtes de Genève motif
•   Two barrels, Twin^® technology

Dial and hands
•   Nickel-plated sunburst satin-brushed dial
•   Gilded hour-markers
•   Gilded Dauphine hour and minute hands

Functions and displays
•   Central hour and minute display

Strap and buckle
•   Hand-sewn matt brown alligator leather
•   18-carat rose gold pin buckle

Ref. 161936-5001 – In 18-carat rose gold – 288-piece limited edition

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