Chopard is enriching its Alpine Eagle collection with a new case size designed for smaller wrists and a new dial colour. In addition to the existing 36, 41, and 44-mm sizes, the new models feature a 33 mm-diameter case, with two new 41 mm-diameter models adorned with a dial in an original “Pine Green” colour
Alpine Eagle 33
The new Alpine Eagle 33 is presented in three material options: Lucent Steel A223, Chopard’s highly luminous, anti-allergenic material that’s twice as hard as steel and produced using 70% recycled material; ethical 18-carat rose gold; and a two-tone mix of the two metals. All are water-resistant to 50 metres.
There are diamond-set bezel options in the Lucent Steel A223 and two-tone variants, while both rose gold iterations are diamond-set: one on the bezel alone and the other also on the central bracelet links as well as the hour-markers.
Each of the six references proposed in the Alpine Eagle 33 family has a thoughtfully selected dial colour to enhance its character: Aletsch Blue for the Lucent Steel A223 versions, while the bi-material iterations are finished with dials in Bernina Grey. The diamond-set bezel option in ethical rose gold features a dial in Vals Grey and the rose gold timepiece with diamonds set into the dial, bezel and bracelet has a Pink Dawn.
The new Alpine Eagle follows the same design codes laid down by existing collection models. Its sporty-chic profile – defined by its angular yet fluid form and by its broad bezel with four pairs of visible and functional screws – remains in place, as do the eagle feather central seconds hand and the Roman-numeral dial, adorned as before with a sunburst motif evoking the eye of an eagle.
The gently tapered three-row integrated bracelet has a central link that is ingot-shaped and topped by a raised central cap, a bold execution that subtly recalls an eagle’s mountain habitat. Completing the Alpine Eagle’s distinctive silhouette is a screw-down crown with a compass rose engraving, crown guards, as well as two extrusions on the watch’s left flank that echo the crown and preserve the watch’s symmetry.
These new models feature the in-house self-winding Chopard 09.01-C movement, beating at a precise 25,200 vibrations an hour (3.5 Hz). Endowed with a 42-hour power reserve, this calibre is equipped with a sophisticated stop-seconds function for accurate time-setting. It is chronometer-certified for accuracy. In addition, most importantly, this 8-ligne movement is one of the smallest to receive COSC certification.
Alpine Eagle Pine Green
The Alpine Eagle collection of sporty-chic timepieces has been enriched by two 41 mm-diameter models adorned with a dial in an original Pine Green colour. Available in versions featuring either Chopard’s exclusive ultra-resistant and highly luminous Lucent Steel A223 or ethical 18-carat rose gold, this timepiece beats to the rhythm of the Chopard 01.01-C movement, whose high-precision timing is authenticated by chronometer certification. In keeping with the maison’s commitment to the preservation of the Alpine environment and its biodiversity, part of the proceeds from sales of these models will be donated to the Alpine Eagle Foundation, whose programmes have already enabled the reintroduction of the white-tailed eagle in the Lake Geneva region.
A new colour is making its debut on the dial of the watches in the Alpine Eagle collection: like Aletsch Blue, Bernina Grey or Absolute Black, Pine Green is inspired by the palette of natural colours shaping the beauty of the Alpine biotope. It evokes the forests carpeting the mountains when, on summer days, the melting snow gives way to a deep greyish-green mantle of vegetation.
On this textured dial with its radiating pattern evoking the eye of an eagle, the indication of the hours, minutes and seconds provides an elegant and legible contrast through rhodium-plated or gold-plated hour-markers and hands enhanced with Grade X1 Super-LumiNova to ensure optimal visibility even in the dark. Positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock, the date is clearly indicated on a green disc matching the dial and thus ensuring perfect overall discretion and harmony.
The large 41 mm-diameter case of this new Alpine Eagle model is available in a first version entirely made of Lucent Steel A223; this metal exclusive to Chopard is made from 70% recycled material, is highly dermo-compatible, 50% more resistant to abrasion than conventional steels, has a unique hardness, and features uniquely shimmering light effects. A second version of the timepiece is available in 100% ethical 18-carat rose gold.
The Chopard 01.01-C self-winding movement at the heart of the Alpine Eagle watches is visible through a transparent sapphire caseback and is certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute. When fully wound, the mechanism enjoys a 60-hour power reserve. The movement is equipped with a stop-second function enabling the user to set the time to the nearest second.
