Chopard Alpine Eagle 33 mm 298617-3001 – Lepage

Description

With its striking refinement, this 33 mm Alpine Eagle in Lucent Steel A223 and blue dial embodies the quintessence of Swiss sport-chic. A timepiece of character, elegance and durability.Alpine Eagle: elegance born of the peaksLaunched in 2019, the Alpine Eagle collection is a contemporary reinterpretation of the legendary St. Moritz, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele’s first watch creation in the 1980s. Resolutely modern, deeply inspired by nature and alpine landscapes, it embodies the values dear to Chopard: craftsmanship excellence, ethical commitment, timeless elegance.Through the Alpine Eagle, the Swiss company celebrates the quiet power of the golden eagle and the raw beauty of its habitat. The reference model 298601-3001, with a 36 mm case, stands out as a unisex timepiece, designed for those in search of a perfect balance between charisma, refinement and timelessness. It is compact, luminous and powerful, cut out for wrists that love discreet distinction.A design that captures light and attentionThe design of this Alpine Eagle is based on a fluid and mastered aesthetic. The case in Lucent Steel A223, an exclusive alloy developed by Chopard, is distinguished by its exceptional brilliance, its increased resistance to scratches, and its hypoallergenic properties. This material, composed of 70% recycled materials, also reflects the brand’s sustainable commitment.Its circular bezel is held in place by eight functional screws with oriented heads, a strong signature of the model. The integrated bracelet with brushed and polished links adjusts naturally to the wrist, for impeccable comfort. The real focal point remains the glacier blue dial, whose raised texture evokes the piercing iris of the eagle. The effect is hypnotic, almost lifelike.The faceted hands and hour-markers are coated with Super-LumiNova® to ensure perfect readability, even in the dark.EngineBeneath its masterful aesthetic, this Alpine Eagle houses a mechanical self-winding manufacture movement, the Chopard caliber 09.01-C. Certified as a chronometer by the COSC, it testifies to the rigor and technical expertise of the Maison. This caliber provides a 42-hour power reserve and guarantees smooth reading of the hours, minutes and seconds.The transparent sapphire case back allows one to admire the meticulous finishing of the movement: circular-grained bridges, Côtes de Genève decoration, engraved rotor… A visual as well as horological pleasure.