Jaquet Droz SW Chrono (Pictures and Specifications)
The Sport Watch collection welcomes two new chronographs with a redesign that honors its sporty nature. The signature figure 8 –formed by the hours and minutes display and the large seconds display– is replaced here by a central display of the time, with the chronograph’s central seconds hand, an hour counter at 9 o’clock and a minutes counter at 3 o’clock. The indicators are perfectly balanced on the horizontal plane and, in keeping with the sporty function of the piece, the chronograph is immediately readable. To insure an accurate reading every time, Jaquet Droz has used openwork central hour and minute hands that allow an unobstructed view of the chronograph as they move around the dial.
The textured dial accentuates the distinguished character of these new SW Chrono models, with vertical strokes that lend it a sporty feel. The dial’s contemporary new colors –midnight blue and anthracite– are also featured on the rolled-edged fabric strap that is perfectly in sync with the unapologetically modern, urban and sporty look of the SW Chrono.
True to watchmaking tradition, the hour markers are 18-carat white gold appliques. Wide Roman numerals indicate 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock. At 12 o’clock, Jaquet Droz features a big date, a complication traditional in fine watchmaking but rarely associated with a chronograph. Although more complex to produce than a simple date aperture, the large date offers superior readability. Again, to provide optimal readability, the latest versions of the SW Chrono feature a 45 mm dial, and a rail track over the motion work in fine watchmaking tradition.
Jaquet Droz has specially developed a steel case for these new SW Chrono models. Instead of one solid piece, the striking new case is assembled from several sections, each given a particular finish –polished, matte or satin-finished– to produce a subtle composition of contrasts and reflections. The same care is taken with the exterior: satin-finished fluted bezel, hollowed lugs, easy-grip rubber push-pieces and crown, and broad claws at 3 o’clock and 9 o’clock to protect the case and crown from knocks. To safeguard against magnetic interference, Jaquet Droz has equipped the automatic movement with a silicon balance spring and pallet lugs. This caliber features a 40-hour power reserve and column wheel and is visible through a sapphire case-back. A unique glimpse of watchmaking expertise by Jaquet Droz, a brand that celebrates its 280th anniversary this year.
Jaquet Droz SW Chrono
Technical specifications:
Ref. J029530540 (the blue version) or J029530541 (the gray version)
Description:
· Dark-blue striped dial or Anthracite gray striped dial, applied indexes in 18-karat white gold.
· Stainless steel case.
· Big date at 12 o’clock.
· Screw-down crown and push-buttons with rubber cast.
· Self-winding mechanical movement with ruthenium treatment.
· Power reserve of 40 hours.
· Diameter 45 mm.
Movement:
Jaquet Droz 6885.Si-S, self-winding mechanical movement with ruthenium treatment, silicon balance spring and pallet horns, column wheel, 18-karat white gold oscillating weight.
Indications:
· Centered hours and minutes
· Centered chronograph seconds
· Chronograph hour subdial at 9 o'clock
· Chronograph minutes subdial at 3 o'clock
· Big date at 12 o’clock
Jewelling: 37 jewels
Power Reserve: 40 hours
Frequency: 21,600 v.p.h
Case:
· Steel, screw-down crown and push-buttons with rubber cast.
· Diameter 45 mm
· Height 13.93 mm
· Individual serial number engraved on the case-back
Water Resistance: To 5 bar (50 meters)
Dial:
· Dark-blue striped dial or Anthracite gray striped dial
· Applied indexes in 18-karat white gold
Hands: Hours, minutes and seconds with rhodium treatment, tips in white Super-LumiNova
Strap: Rolled-edge hand-made dark-blue fabric or charcoal gray fabric
Buckle: Stainless steel folding clasp
The price for the Jaquet Droz SW Chrono Steel is CHF 17'850.-
