Chopard introduces a continuation model of the original, iconic L.U.C 1860 to honour the 30th anniversary of Chopard Manufacture in Fleurier. This new edition preserves the spirit of the original model while integrating the technical progress achieved over the past three decades.
Like its predecessor, this new timepiece features a 36.5 mm case, ideal proportions that will delight fine watch collectors. It is crafted in Lucent Steel™ and stands out with its “Areuse Blue” dial – a colour inspired by the Areuse River that flows near the Manufacture in the Val-de-Travers region. This river, known for its dramatic gorges and ever changing shades of deep blue, symbolises continuity and connection to nature. Its vivid colours, shaped by light, stone and movement, recall the cool, bright tone used on the dial.
Sapphire crystal glare-proofed on both sides
Exhibition sapphire crystal pane fitted on the case-back
Lucent Steel™
Polished bezel and case-back surround
36.50 mm
30 metres
8.20 mm
Hand-guilloché “Areuse Blue” gold dial
White gold chevron hour-markers
White gold Dauphine hours and minutes hands; White gold baton-type small seconds hand
65 hours
Mechanical self-winding
L.U.C 96.40-L
Central display of the hours and minutes; Small seconds at 6 o’clock; Stop-second function
Grained calfskin leather strap with tone-on-tone stitching
Anthracite grey
Lucent Steel™ pin buckle with L.U.C engraving