The new Titoni Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax Chronograph

An impartial family-owned watch model that was based in 1919 by Fritz Schluep in Grenchen, Switzerland, and energetic within the accessible luxurious phase, Titoni has not too long ago made a reputation for itself with its compelling dive watch assortment, the Seascoper. We first reviewed the Seascoper 600, the model’s top-of-the-range mannequin with sturdy diving credentials and a manufacture motion to set it aside. With the thought to supply one thing extra accessible and simpler to put on, Titoni later launched the Seascoper 300 Chronometer, with out compromising on the practicality and options. As a brand new member of the household, it’s time for a diving chronograph to affix, with the brand new Titoni Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax Chronograph.

This new diving chronograph relies on the less hardcore Seascoper 300 sub-collection, which, as its identify signifies, is “solely” water resistant to 300m, options outsourced actions for extra affordability, and is available in barely extra compact instances. However don’t be fooled by the thought of going lower-end, it’s nonetheless a properly geared up watch with an extended record of sensible options.

Design-wise, the Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax retains all of the traditional components of its non-chronograph sister. A pleasing shock, whereas the time-and-date diver mannequin measures 42mm in diameter, this chronograph is smaller at 41mm. After all, because of the chronograph motion inside, the case is thicker, at round 15.5mm. Classically styled, the case combines brushed surfaces with polished accents, together with good bevels on the interior floor of the lugs. Remember, this can be a lengthy watch on the wrist, at 52.30mm.

The Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax would possibly add a chronograph operate to the equation, nevertheless it nonetheless retains all the required options you’d count on from a strong dive watch. This implies a unidirectional bezel with a gloss black ceramic insert, an engraved 60-minute scale, a screw-down crown with lateral guards for defense, a strong screwed caseback and a sapphire crystal with AR coating. To make sure the 300m water-resistance, the chronograph pushers are screwed too.

Shifting to the dial, the Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax retains the acquainted traits of the household, with the signature openworked and luminous arms and utilized round markers throughout, besides at 12 o’clock. Obtainable in enamel-like lacquered black, inexperienced or blue, all variations include snailed, recessed silvered sub-counters for the small seconds and the 30-minute counter. The date window is positioned at 6 o’clock for higher visible steadiness. Moreover, a bicolour model with black dial and PVD-gold accents on the crown, pushers, bezel, arms, markers and bracelet can also be accessible.

Contained in the case, the Seascoper 300 Chronograph depends on a widely known, dependable and serviceable motion, the Sellita SW510 BH. Sharing its structure with the Valjoux 7750, the cam-operated motion is offered right here in an computerized, two-register model with 4Hz frequency and 48h energy reserve. Curiously, like the time-and-date model, the motion is chronometer-certified by COSC.

All 4 fashions of the Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax Chronograph come secured to the wrist by a 3-link, largely brushed stainless-steel bracelet. Once more, Titoni doesn’t compromise on options because the clasp is supplied with push buttons, a diving extension and a sensible built-in micro-adjustment system, permitting the bracelet to be prolonged by small increments when pushing the brand on the exterior face of the clasp.

Launched as a part of the everlasting assortment, the Titoni Seascoper 300 Bi-Compax Chronograph will probably be priced at USD 3,220 (metal fashions), a fairly honest value contemplating the lengthy record of options that include this well-rounded diving chronograph. For extra particulars, please go to www.titoni.ch.