Since the year 2000, Harry Winston has introduced a new Opus timepiece each year. This year was the Opus 12. The new limited edition model of Ocean Sport Chronograph is destined for rich collectors. With a diameter of 44 mm, 14.8 mm thick case is made of Zalium, a material unique to Harry Winston. Zalium is a high-tech alloy of zirconium and aluminum, designed by brand name, is lightweight, gipoallergentnostyu, resistance to corrosion and scratches.
A watch dial is sporty and open with rhodium-plated Clous de Paris decoration with rhodiumed diamond-polished decorative stripes, date window and the case ring. Graphic cut-outs draw the eye to the display mechanism which highlights the three-dimensional design.
The model is equipped with Swiss automatic movement, a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz)and 42-hour power reserve provided by a mechanical watch movement with automatic winding. Functions include hours, minutes (by the relevant central arrows), date (in the aperture at 12 o’clock) and chronograph ( central seconds hand, 30-minute counter at 9 o’clock, 12-hour counter at 6 o’clock). The dial is protected by durable sapphire crystal, which is extremely resistant to various kinds of scratches. This model is water resistant to 200 meters.
Offered with a black rubber strap and folding buckle, new HW Ocean Sport Chronograph is limited to 300 pieces. Price model is $31,500.