Chronoswiss

Paraiba

Reference Number :

CH-1423.1-BKTU

Series : Delphis

Retail: $17,400

(As of: 04/2025)

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Quick TakeThis Delphis Paraiba isn't just telling time; it's putting on a show every single hour! Forget a simple sweep – the big minute hand dramatically arcs across that stunning, color-shifting guilloché dial, then BAM! It snaps back as the hour digit clicks over instantly at 12. It's pure mechanical theatre. Down at 6, the little seconds sub-dial keeps the rhythm going, looking like a tiny spaceship hovering over the deep anthracite base. The whole dial has this incredible depth, thanks to the curved, hand-worked surface and that wild CVD coating that plays with light. Encased in sturdy steel with that grippy knurled bezel and classic onion crown, it feels substantial, ready for action with its 100m water resistance. The mix of polished and brushed finishes adds visual texture. Even the 'Viking' hands are cool – skeletonized and sharp. Turning it over reveals the C.6004 movement, all decorated with perlage and Côtes de Genève on the dark rotor. It's a watch that blends serious Swiss mechanics with seriously vibrant, almost playful, design – a rare bird, especially being one of only 50.

DescriptionThe Chronoswiss Delphis Paraiba, reference CH-1423.1-BKTU, incorporates a stainless steel case structure with a diameter measurement of 42 millimeters and a vertical height profile of 14.5 millimeters. Attachment points for the strap are configured with a standard width of 22 millimeters. Case finishing involves a combination of surface treatments: specific areas receive a high-polish application, while others feature a vertically oriented satin finish. An onion-style crown facilitates winding and time-setting adjustments. The case integrity is secured by a screw-down case back, which itself exhibits a satin finish and incorporates a sapphire crystal aperture for movement observation. Protecting the dial is a curved sapphire crystal, enhanced with a double anti-reflective coating to minimize glare and maximize legibility. This crystal is secured by a polished, screw-down bezel engineered with a full thread engagement and distinctive side knurling for enhanced grip and visual detail. Water resistance for this timepiece is rated at 10 bar, equivalent to a static depth of 100 meters, ensuring suitability for surface water activities. The construction methodology prioritizes durability and functional clarity under various conditions.

Powering the Delphis Paraiba is the Chronoswiss Manufacture Caliber C.6004, an automatic self-winding mechanical movement. This caliber operates at a frequency of 4 Hz, corresponding to 28,800 alternations per hour (A/h), providing a smooth sweep for the analog seconds display. Fully wound, the movement offers a substantial power reserve of approximately 55 hours. The intricate architecture of the Caliber C.6004 utilizes 37 jewels to minimize friction at critical pivot points, enhancing longevity and chronometric performance. Movement finishing includes polished surfaces on the pallet lever, escape wheel, and assembly screws. Furthermore, the bridges and main plates are decorated with a traditional perlage (circular graining) pattern. Visible through the exhibition case back is the skeletonised rotor, which features a ruthenium coating for a modern aesthetic, Côtes de Genève striping for decorative appeal, and a ball bearing system for efficient winding. The dial itself presents a complex, three-dimensional construction. Its base is meticulously hand-guilloched and features a domed profile, further distinguished by a Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD) coating that produces dynamic color-changing effects reminiscent of Paraiba tourmaline. Time indication is unconventional: a jumping hour is displayed digitally within an aperture at the 12 o'clock position, while a large, central retrograde hand indicates the minutes across an arc, snapping back to zero at the top of the hour. Continuous analog seconds are shown via a sub-dial styled like a 'UFO' positioned above the anthracite base dial at 6 o'clock. The hands are rhodium-plated for brightness and corrosion resistance, feature a skeletonised 'Viking' shape design, and complement the overall aesthetic. This model is designated as a limited edition, restricted to only 50 pieces worldwide. Completing the watch is a rubber strap fitted with a secure folding clasp mechanism.

GenderMen

SignaturesChronoswiss

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size42 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberC.6004

FunctionsHours, Minutes, Seconds, Retrograde

Power Reserve55 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSapphire Crystal