More practical than military: Porsche Design Chronograph 1 Utility – Limited Edition
In the late 1970s, Porsche Design high quality replica watches developed a stainless steel military chronograph. This timepiece attracted the interest of the aviation industry due to its characteristics of reliability and optimal readability. Soon, pilots in international air forces, such as the United States Air Force, were wearing Porsche-designed chronographs on their wrists. Today, more than 40 years later, the legendary Chronograph 1 makes a comeback in the form of the Chronograph 1 Utility limited edition. This time around, the watch’s patented titanium carbide material ensures a more durable, scratch-resistant and lighter case, while the time-honored dial design also undergoes a transformation.
A new interpretation of the dial
The new product differs from its historical predecessors in three main ways. Above the day and date windows, Porsche Design emphasized the tool luxury replica Watches nature of this timepiece by replacing the word "military" with the word "utility." At the same time, the “TiC” logo located between 1 o’clock and 2 o’clock is a new interpretation of the “3H” symbol of military chronographs. “3H” stands for the use of tritium, known for its color properties that ensure readability in the dark, while “TiC” stands for titanium carbide, an innovative material used in watch cases. Today, of course, it is no longer tritium but Super-LumiNova that ensures that the index can be read even in the dark. The third key feature is located between 4 and 5 o'clock: the screaming marmot. The word "Mankei" above is the colloquial Austrian name for this animal. Previously, a tiger head, representing the animal of the United States Air Force, could be seen in the same location. Marmot, by contrast, represents a collaboration between Porsche Design and FAT Mankei Chalet, Ferdy Porsche’s restaurant on Austria’s famed Grossglockner alpine road.
Titanium carbide housing
In 1963, Ferdinand Alexander Porsche created the 911, proving that Porsche products should not only be beautiful but also fulfill a clear function: harmony between form and function is essential in modern times. With a vision to apply these principles to other areas, he founded the design brand Porsche Design in 1972. Therefore, when developing the Chronograph 1 Utility, the manufacturer's designers considered what Ferdinand Alexander Porsche would have done to improve interior functionality. The watch also maintains a modern design. They found their answer in a titanium case made from their own patented material, titanium carbide. best replica watches
While all-black Porsche Design titanium watches previously only had a titanium carbide coating, manufacturers now dare to make the entire case out of the material. Like the Chronograph 1 – 911 Dakar launched last year, the Chronograph 1 Utility – Limited Edition’s case is made entirely of this material. Titanium carbide has several impressive properties. Despite its impressive weight, it's also sturdy and scratch-resistant. However, the material's stiffness also presented Porsche design challenges. The diameter of the new product is 42.7 mm, which is about 2 mm larger than the basic model of Chronograph 1. This increase in size is necessary because screw holes cannot be cut into the titanium carbide housing. Therefore, enough space must be created to accommodate a container to house the movement. Finally, the closed titanium case back features two important details: the words “Flyback” and “Utility” as well as the watch’s limited edition number.
Chronograph 1 Utility Limited Edition Movement
Powering the new replica watches on sale is the Porsche Design WERK 01.240 chronograph movement with flyback function. The chronograph's flyback function can be started, stopped and reset with a single operation, which combined with the titanium carbide case makes it an ideal companion for outdoor activities. The power reserve is 48 hours.
Shoulder strap
The Chronograph 1 Utility – Limited Edition also features a “BUND” leather strap, also a symbol of military chronographs. The new product comes with the same slate gray calfskin strap found in the Porsche interior. The chronograph also features a white fabric strap with a badge bearing the coordinates of the FAT Ice Race in Zell am See. This fabric strap can be worn comfortably over ski clothing, making it ideal for winter sports.
Brand Porsche Design
Model Chronograph 1 Utility – Limited Edition
Reference Naan
Case material titanium carbide
Aspect Diameter: 42.7 mm
Height: 15.5mm
Water resistance 100 meters (∼ 10 bar)
Dial matte black with white accents
Strap/Bracelet Slate gray strap with Porsche automotive leather, and additional interchangeable white fabric strap (with print)
Mobile works 01.240
Movement type automatic
Power reserve 48 hours
Frequency 4 Hz (28,800 times/hour)
Functions Chronograph with flyback function, day and date display
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