Chronoswiss

Horizon

Reference Number :

CH-1423T.1E-BKHB

Series : Delphis

Retail: $21,800

(As of: 04/2025)

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Quick TakeGaze upon the Delphis Horizon, and you're not just looking at a watch; you're peering into a slice of meticulously crafted sky. Chronoswiss went full artisan here, marrying the high-tech coolness of a Grade 5 titanium case with the almost lost arts of hand-guilloché and Grand Feu enameling. That dial? It's mesmerizing. The deep, layered sky-blue enamel over the wavy guilloché pattern on solid 18ct white gold feels like staring into a perfect celestial dome. Then there's the time display – forget boring hands going round and round. You get a sharp digital hour jump at 12, snapping crisply into place, while the minute hand sweeps dramatically across its arc before flying back – pure mechanical theatre! And tucked away at 6 is the smoothly ticking seconds subdial, another splash of that heavenly blue enamel. It's a complex dance, driven by the impressive C.6004 manufacture movement humming away inside, visible through the back. Limited to just 50 pieces, wearing this isn't just about telling time; it's about carrying a fragment of the horizon, a blend of futuristic engineering and old-world soul, right there on your wrist. It’s a conversation starter that whispers innovation rather than shouts it.

DescriptionThe Chronoswiss Delphis Horizon, bearing the reference number CH-1423T.1E-BKHB, represents a limited production run restricted to fifty individual units. Its case construction utilizes Grade 5 titanium, configured into a solid 17-piece assembly. This structure undergoes meticulous cutting and polishing processes. The bezel component is polished and features a distinctive side-fluted decorative ring. Protecting the dial is a cambered sapphire crystal, treated with a double anti-reflective coating to enhance legibility under various lighting conditions. The case back, secured by screws, exhibits a satin finish and incorporates a sapphire crystal window, allowing observation of the internal movement. Water resistance is rated at 10 bar, equivalent to 100 meters, ensuring suitability for surface water activities. An onion-style crown facilitates time-setting and winding operations. Strap attachment is managed via screw-down bars employing a patented autobloc system for enhanced security. The overall case dimensions measure 42 millimeters in diameter and 14.5 millimeters in height, with a lug width of 22 millimeters, establishing a substantial yet wearable presence on the wrist. The dial presents a complex, three-dimensional architecture. Its base is crafted from 18-carat white gold, üzerine meticulously hand-applied guilloché work is executed. This intricate pattern is then overlaid with multiple layers of Sky-Blue Grand Feu enamel, requiring high-temperature firing to achieve its characteristic depth and luster. Time indication is distributed across different dial levels: the upper section houses the digital jumping hour display positioned prominently at the 12 o'clock mark. A central, sweeping hand indicates the retrograde minutes along an arc spanning the upper dial hemisphere. Subordinated at the 6 o'clock position is an analog subsidiary seconds display, also featuring a Sky-Blue Grand Feu enamel surface on an 18-carat white gold base. Ceramic indexes provide clear reference points for time reading. The hands selected for this model include a "Viking" shape pointer for the retrograde minute, fabricated from brass with gold plating and featuring skeletonization. The seconds hand follows a "Feuille" shape, which is curved, rhodium-plated, and diamond-cut for optimal reflectivity and precision.

Powering the Delphis Horizon is the Chronoswiss manufacture caliber C. 6004, an automatic winding mechanical movement. This caliber measures 33 millimeters in diameter and incorporates 37 functional jewels to minimize friction at critical points within the gear train and escapement. The regulating organ consists of a three-legged Glucydur balance, chosen for its stability across temperature variations and resistance to magnetic fields. Paired with the balance is a Nivarox 1 balance spring, known for its consistent elastic properties. Precision timekeeping adjustments are performed via an Excenter mechanism, allowing for fine regulation. Protection against physical impacts is provided by the Incabloc shock absorption system, safeguarding the delicate balance staff pivots. The movement operates at a frequency of 4 Hertz, which translates to 28,800 semi-oscillations per hour (A/h), contributing to the smooth sweep of the seconds hand and overall timekeeping stability. When fully wound, the caliber C. 6004 offers a power reserve of approximately 55 hours. Visible through the sapphire case back are several specialized features: the rotor, responsible for automatic winding, is skeletonized and fabricated from tungsten for increased winding efficiency due to its high density, and it rotates on a ball bearing system. Key movement components such as the armature, escape wheel, and visible screws are meticulously polished. The bridges are adorned with a traditional Geneva cut pattern (Côtes de Genève) and are ruthenium plated, lending a sophisticated, dark grey finish to the movement architecture. The timepiece is completed with a durable and comfortable rubber strap, complementing the sporty yet elegant nature of the titanium case. This combination of advanced materials, intricate decorative techniques, and sophisticated mechanical engineering defines the technical execution of this limited edition model.

GenderMen

SignaturesChronoswiss

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size42 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberC. 6004

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Retrograde

Power Reserve55 Hours

Case MaterialsTitanium

Bezel MaterialsTitanium

Lug MaterialsTitanium

Case BackSapphire Crystal