www.bahrainthismonth.com For 25 years, Chopard has partnered with the legendary Mille Miglia race in Italy. This constancy testifies to the close ties between the Geneva-based watchmaking house and the world of motor sports. Ergonomic, functional and sophisticated, the Mille Miglia 2013 is a limited edition that has racing in its genes and in its gear trains. Concern for detail This model is a self-winding chronograph featuring a 24-hour dual-time indication and a date display. It is a tribute to motor sports in general and to the race itself. Now entirely redesigned, it testifies to the extreme concern for detail that Chopard displays in each of its timepieces. The 42.8mm diameter case of the Mille Miglia 2013 is topped by a generous 44mm bezel, an ingenious association that preserves the imposing presence of the watch while making it a more comfortable fit. This quest for optimal ergonomics has led to revamping the lugs that are now short and tapering so as to secure the watch more firmly to the wrist. The mushroom-shaped chronograph pushers enable smooth handling thanks to the nonslip knurled grid pattern on their surface, ensuring a firm grip. Finally, the rubber strap with the 1960s Dunlop racing-tyre motif is integrated with the case for a more flowing look and feel. Optimal readability The dial of the Mille Miglia 2013 chronograph focuses on readability. The red sweep seconds hand is tipped with white to make it stand out. The light grey chronograph counters make a striking contrast with the rest of the anthracite grey dial. The tachometric scale appears on the bezel, while the dualtime reading is positioned on the dial between the hour-markers. Another distinctive feature is the date that is shown in the red arrow that has become the race logo. This shape is also echoed on the hour-markers which, along with the hands, are enhanced with Superluminova to ensure the watch can be read at night. The colour symbolising Italy’s passion for automobiles is the chromatic theme of the Mille Miglia 2013 chronograph. This vibrant red shade frames the inner bezel ring, surrounds the counters and adorns the chronograph hands. It sums up the warmth and depth of the close ties binding Chopard to the world of motor sports. E Call 17 520-088. November 2013 167
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