Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Patina - Limited Edition - DLC-Coated Steel - 40.5 MM - Black Calfskin Leather Strap - Copper-Colored Dial - 168619-3010

Chopard unveils a new interpretation of its Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph, characterized by a case deliberately weathered to evoke the patina of historic racing cars. For the first time, the Maison combines Lucent Steel™ – known for its hardness and superior scratch resistance – treated with DLC (diamond like carbon coating) that has undergone a tribofinishing process subtly abrading the surface using vibrating ceramic media. 

 A tribute to its longstanding partnership with the Mille Miglia, this new chronograph is issued in an exclusive 100-piece limited edition, honoring both heritage and mechanical passion. The watch stands out with a copper-colored circular satin-finished dial framed by the collection’s emblematic glass box sapphire crystal. Black and copper-colored chronograph counters and a matching tachymeter scale introduce an immediately legible contrast. Subtle touches of red on the chronograph seconds hand and the official Mille Miglia logo echo the identity of competitive racing. Grade X1 Super LumiNova® coats the baton type black hands and painted hour markers, ensuring contrasts and clarity in all lighting conditions. 

 Completing the design is a black perforated calfskin strap, reminiscent of classic driving gloves. It is fastened with a buckle crafted from DLC-treated Lucent Steel™ featuring the same patina as the case. Behind a smoked sapphire exhibition caseback beats a mechanical self winding chronograph movement designed for precision and reliability. Operating at 4 Hz (28,800 vph), it delivers a 54-hour power reserve and incorporates a stop-seconds mechanism for exact time setting. 

Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Patina - Limited Edition - DLC-Coated Steel - 40.5 MM - Black Calfskin Leather Strap - Copper-Colored Dial - 168619-3010