Pre-Baselworld 2009: GrandeVitesse Chronograph 24h by LONGINES


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The concept of speed finally materialised! The new GrandeVitesse Chronograph 24h features a double tachometer graduated in km/h as well as mph that can measure land speeds up to Mach 2. The sporty character of the line is underscored by the “non-skid” pattern of the crown, caseband and pushpieces. And let’s not forget the very emblematic large “12” associated with motor racing.

Movement
Automatic ETA Valjoux 7754, L686 calibre, 13 ¼”‘, 25 rubies, 28,800 vib/h, 46-hour power reserve

Functions
Hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph, tachometer and second time zone

Case
Stainless steel, 44 mm
Black aluminium or brushed steel bezel with double Mach 2 tachometer scale (in km/h and mph)
Sapphire crystal front and back
Water-resistant to 50 m

Dial
Black, chocolate or silvered sunray with large number 12 and painted hourmarkers
Second 24-hour time zone with red-tipped Superluminova hand
Small seconds at 9 o’clock, 30-minute counter at 12, 12-hour counter at 6, and date window at 3

Bracelet/Strap
Stainless steel with triple safety folding clasp; chestnut brown leather with alcantara lining or black, with folding clasp

Price Range
(CHF) 2000-2999