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Emmanuel, known as 'quattro' on WatchProSite, presents an exclusive first look at the Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Tribute to Sir Stirling Moss. This article delves into the watch's design inspirations, directly linking them to the legendary 1955 Mille Miglia race and Sir Stirling Moss's record-breaking victory. Emmanuel's detailed photographs and historical context offer a unique perspective on this limited-edition timepiece.
The Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph reference 168619-3012 is a limited edition variant issued to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Sir Stirling Moss's 1955 victory at the 1000 Miglia race. This specific edition is distinguished by its production run of 70 pieces, directly referencing the anniversary year. It builds upon the established design language of the Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph series, offering a commemorative execution within that collection.
The watch features a stainless steel case measuring 42mm in diameter, housing an automatic movement with a power reserve of 42 hours. The dial is black, protected by a sapphire crystal. Water resistance is rated at 50 meters. The chronograph complication is central to its function, complemented by a date display.
This limited edition appeals to collectors interested in commemorative pieces and those who appreciate the historical context of the Mille Miglia event. Its restricted availability and specific historical tribute make it a distinct offering within the broader Chopard Mille Miglia collection, providing a unique point of interest for enthusiasts of the series.
Of the race as much as the watch 🙌🏻🏁 While I find the MM line decent enough they really should think about doing something about that date window and the date disc not matching the dial color 🤷🏻♂️ Just my 2 cents…
I have been asking Chopard for years to create a no date version to no avail. 😟
Hopefully they will hear at some point 😊👍🏻
as they’ve already made this step for some LUCs and Alpine Eagles. Fingers crossed !
but finding these photos and looking at them was a great pleasure. I also found some photos of the terrible accidents that occurred during this race unfortunately… And concerning the date, I couldn’t agree more with you! Best, Emmanuel
Congratulations on reaching 8.000 posts - we very much appreciate all the effort put into collecting information and educating us on pieces less well known generally 🎊🎉🎈👍🏻🙏🏻 And yes, like many of the historical races it was brutal and glorious, both 🙌🏻👍🏻🦾
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