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Nivada Grenchen: the revival of the Chronosport
Nivada Grenchen, under the leadership of Guillaume Laidet since 2018, has reintroduced one of its rarest and most coveted timepieces: the Chronosport.
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Nivada Grenchen, has revealed its latest chef-d’oeuvre: the Chronosport.
Nivada Grenchen, under the leadership of Guillaume Laidet since 2018, has reintroduced one of its rarest and most coveted timepieces: the Chronosport.
Originally a prototype from the 1970s with only 20 units ever made, this watch has been reborn, combining vintage aesthetics with modern advancements.
A Limited Vintage Reimagined
The Chronosport’s comeback story began when Laidet found the original model on an auction site. Its appearance on social media quickly created a buzz, leading to high demand for a reissue.
The new Chronosport maintains its historical charm while benefiting from contemporary manufacturing techniques.
Dial Design:
- Versions: Available in two versions with a textured matte black background.
- Sub-Dials: Features two sunken sub-dials in taupe with a hint of khaki at 12 and 9 o’clock.
- Tachymeter Scale: Encircles the dial, adding a racing sports watch feel.
- Indices: Pointed baton indices enhanced with white Super-LumiNova, accented by a white or yellow dot, designed by Jean Singer, known for his work on the Omega Speedmaster Racing and the Heuer Skipper.
Mechanical Stability
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The Chronosport is powered by the robust automatic Valjoux-7750-ETA movement, ensuring reliable performance and precision.
Key Features:
- Power Reserve: 42 hours.
- Functions: Central hours, minutes, seconds, and date.
- Case: 38mm 316L stainless steel with a thickness of 15.7mm.
- Crystal: Domed sapphire with anti-reflective coating.
- Bezel: Fluted unidirectional rotating aluminum bezel with a distinctive white or yellow dot at 12 o’clock.
Technical Features for Racing
Designed with pilots and race car drivers in mind, the Chronosport includes a tachymeter scale on the bezel for measuring speed over a known distance.
The bezel’s design is unique, featuring rounded knurled grippers instead of the traditional sharp knurling.
The Chronosport is a testament to Nivada Grenchen’s commitment to blending historical craftsmanship with modern innovation, making it a must-have for watch enthusiasts and collectors alike.
