Ball Watch Co

AeroGMT Sled Driver

Reference Number :

DG2018C-S17C-BK

Series : Engineer Hydrocarbon

Retail: $3,599

(As of: 02/2024)

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Quick TakeThe Ball Watch Co Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver Ref. DG2018C-S17C-BK stands as a tribute to aviation excellence and personal triumph. It features a triple time zone display lit by 44 micro gas tubes, ensuring visibility in absolute darkness. The robust stainless steel case and patented crown protection system equip this watch for extreme conditions, while the COSC-certified movement promises unerring accuracy. Limited to 1990 units, this timepiece is not just a tool for telling time but a beacon of inspiration for adventurers and aviation enthusiasts alike.

DescriptionThe Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver marries aviation heritage with state-of-the-art watchmaking. Its automatic caliber BALL RR1201-C movement, certified as a chronometer by COSC, ensures precision that pilots can trust. The 42mm stainless steel case and bracelet create a resilient frame that weighs 220g, with a height of 13.85mm, providing a substantial yet comfortable fit on any wrist. With water resistance up to 100m and an anti-magnetic resistance of 4,800A/m, this watch is as durable as it is functional. Additionally, its shock resistance of 7,500Gs certifies its toughness for the most adventurous of wearers.

This limited edition of 1990 pieces pays tribute to the extraordinary capabilities of the SR-71 Blackbird and its pilot, Major Brian Shul. The watch's face is adorned with 44 micro gas tubes, offering unrivaled visibility in low-light conditions across the hour, minute, second, and second time zone hands, as well as on the dial and bezel. The stainless steel bidirectional rotating bezel is enhanced with a curved sapphire insert that houses additional micro gas tubes, enabling a clear 24-hour GMT reading. The patented crown protection design and dome-shaped anti-reflective sapphire crystal underscore the watch’s resilience and readability, making it a fitting instrument for those who defy limits and seek to chart their own course.

GenderMen

SignaturesBall Watch Co

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size42 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberRR1201-C

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, GMT

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsSapphire

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

CrownScrew Down

Dial ColorBlack