7 Most Elegant Chopard Watches

When Karl Scheufele, a German watchmaker and fine jeweller, decided to purchase the family-owned Chopard company in the 1960s, little did he know that it will become one of the most sought-after luxury watch and fine jewellery brands in the world.

As one of the last family-run watchmaking and jewellery companies around, Chopard has maintained its independence in watchmaking design and craftsmanship. Marrying the German passion and Swiss precision for watch manufacture, the Chopard watches are a league of their own.

With an array of collections, Chopard watches cater to every discerning gentleman who is passionate about the fine art of watchmaking.

Not sure which one suits you best? Take a look at these seven spectacular pieces to get you started.

For The Dapper Gentleman

L.U.C. XPS

By far the most elegant and minimalist among these Chopard watches, the L.U.C XPS in 18K rose gold case and brown leather strap is perfect for the dashing gentleman. And if you are a man of precision, then the chronometer function of this watch will definitely appeal to you.

Beating at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, its mechanical self-winding Calibre 96.12-L is chronometer-certified by the Contrôle Officiel Suisse des Chronomètres (COSC), the official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute. What’s more, at only 3.3mm-thick, the movement boasts a 65-hour power reserve. And as they always say, there’s nothing sexier in a man than a perfectly-sized, 40mm watch with a brown hand-sewn alligator strap.

Get it if you prefer a slim dress watch that packs a subtle punch.

For The Man On The Go

L.U.C. Time Traveller One

If you find yourself in a different time zone almost every week, then the Chopard L.U.C Time Traveller One is a perfect travel partner for you.

This version in stainless steel has all the practical sophistication of a frequent international traveller. The world-timer complication — the first from Chopard watches, take note — displays all the time zones simultaneously for your convenience.

At a good-sized 42mm, the watch doesn’t look cluttered despite the bevy of information on the dial. Although the orange hands and indices give the watch a sporty vibe to it, the black alligator leather strap with a matte square plate perfectly balances it out. At the heart of this gentlemanly piece beats a L.U.C 01.05-L self-winding mechanical movement with a 60-hour power reserve.

Get it if you’re a frequent globe trotter who likes to travel in style — or one who doesn’t rely much on smartphones to tell time.

For The Sporty Fella

Superfast Power Control Porsche 919 HF Edition

A tribute to the Porsche 919 Hybrid’s success in the FIA World Endurance Championship, the Chopard Superfast Power Control Porsche 919 HF Edition is more than just a sports watch. It epitomises the watchmaking expertise of Chopard and the high-performance engineering of Porsche.

This all-black, high-frequency chronometer watch commands attention with its avant-garde design. A self-winding L.U.C 01.11-M mechanical movement beats at the heart of this racing watch, boasting a power reserve of 60 hours. The rhodium-plated open-worked hour and minute hands, as well as the power-reserve and date indicators, can be admired within its 45mm DLC-coated titanium case. Limited to only 100 pieces, this model is chronometer-certified by the COSC.

Definitely the most sporty-looking among these Chopard watches — get this if you are a big racing sports aficionado.

For The Complex & Sophisticated Guy

L.U.C Quattro Tourbillon Heritage Watch

Invented in 1795 and became popular with watch connoisseurs in the 1990s, the tourbillon is a sophisticated watch complication that is used to counterbalance the effects of gravity. Although this complication comes at a cost, it greatly appeals to watch collectors because of its rarity and technical complexity.

This limited-edition L.U.C Quattro Tourbillon Heritage Watch from Chopard is one such watch, featuring a L.U.C 02.19-L tourbillon movement with a 216-hour power reserve. The grand feu enamel dial with black Roman numerals keeps the whole look of the watch clean and streamlined.

Also limited to 100 pieces and COSC-certified, this handsome watch in an 18K rose gold case and brown alligator leather strap stands out in its understated 40mm form. This is definitely one of the most technical pieces among these Chopard watches.

Get this piece if you appreciate fine watchmaking craftsmanship.

For The Art Aficionado

L.U.C. XP Urushi Year of the Pig Watch

From engraving to enamelling and marquetry, Métiers d’Art’s has always been a huge part of Swiss watchmaking history. And Chopard’s L.U.C Métiers d’art watches display a fine example of this technical savoir-faire. Case in point: the L.U.C. XP Urushi Year of the Pig Watch.

A splendid addition to its Urushi timepieces, this year’s offering is a tribute to the Year of the Pig. Using the delicate art of Urushi, or the Japanese art of lacquer work, Chopard’s master craftsmen were able to immortalise the pig as a symbol of happiness and abundance in a 39.50mm dial.

Driven by an ultra-thin Caliber 96.17-L self-winding movement, which can be admired through a sapphire crystal caseback, the watch has a 65-hour power reserve and limited to 88 editions. The 18K rose gold case and black alligator leather strap complete the look.

The most artistic among these Chopard watches — get the watch if you’re fond of ‘wearing your art’.

For the Ethical Luxury Lover

L.U.C. Perpetual Chrono Watch

If the perpetual calendar and chronograph functions of the new Chopard L.U.C. Perpetual Chrono Watch don’t entice you, then its ethical use of materials certainly will. Crafted in Fairmined-certified ethical 18K white gold, the Perpetual Chrono watch helps to empower artisanal and small-scale mining organisations. This makes this complication watch a champion in environmental and social responsibility.

Combining a hand-wound chronograph with a flyback function and a perpetual calendar, it is powered by a L.U.C Calibre 3.10-L movement with a 60-hour power reserve. It commands attention with its 45mm case, which also displays an orbital moon-phase function at 6 o’clock. A classic black leather strap perfectly matches the timepiece. Limited to 20 pieces, this luxury watch is every Haute Horlogerie collector’s dream.

Get it if you are a big watch collector and supporter of the ethical luxury cause.

For the Hip Ocean Enthusiast

Happy Ocean Automatic Blue Dial Men’s Diamond Watch

The most colourful among these Chopard watches, this Happy Ocean Automatic Diamond Watch is for the sporty and fashionable gentleman who is not afraid to stand out. Technical, trendy, and water-resistant to 300 metres, it is perfect for every ocean activity you have in mind. Wear it while lounging on a yacht or diving in open seas.

The 40mm steel case features a unidirectional rotating bezel and hour hands and markers that glow in the dark. Thus, this watch is excellent for those deep-water or night dives. The turquoise-blue strap is reminiscent of the deep blue sea, while the five dancing diamonds on the dial represent joyful fish swimming alongside the diver. At the heart of this hip watch lies a self-winding Calibre 278587-3001 mechanical movement.

Get it if you adore a pop of colour in your timepiece — in and out of the ocean.

For features on other favourite luxury watch brands, check out our stories on Patek Philippe, Omega, and Cartier.