In 2021, Bianchet debuted within the watch business with the Tourbillon B1.618 Openwork, establishing the model’s design language and paving the best way for future releases – just like the 2023 Flying Tourbillon Grande Date. In 2023, Maserati returned to the world of open-wheel single-seater motorsport after a hiatus of 65 years. Nonetheless, as an alternative of the roar of combustion engines, the Monegasque Maserati MSG Racing crew now competes in electric-powered Formulation E. The latest announcement of the partnership between Maserati MSG Racing and Bianchet because the official timekeeping companion is now leading to two restricted version watches.
Bianchet commemorates the brand new partnership with a themed version based mostly on the Flying Tourbillon Grande Date in tandem with Maserati MSG Racing. Introducing two restricted editions of the Bianchet x Maserati MSG Racing Flying Tourbillon Grande Date, Bianchet affords one crafted from its unique high-density carbon composite infused with titanium powder, generally known as Titanium-Mud-Excessive-Density Carbon, whereas the second version combines titanium and carbon. Each editions characteristic blue rubber accents on the case and crown, paying homage to the Maserati crew color.
On the dial, the outermost flange showcases the minutes monitor with blue accents at 5-minute intervals, complemented by baton hour and minute palms adorned with matching blue accents. At 12 o’clock, the place the Bianchet brand usually resides on common editions, the Maserati trident brand and Maserati MSG Racing adorn the plaque, whereas Bianchet’s signature stays on the tourbillon at 6 o’clock, with a placing blue background highlighting the “B.”
Notably, the titanium skeleton flying tourbillon motion with a giant date show is constructed to resist the rigours of an lively way of life. The watch has shock resistance as much as 5000G and water resistance as much as 100m; its light-weight but strong development and beneficiant 90-hour energy reserve make it a terrific companion for every day put on. Finishing the package deal is a pure vulcanised rubber strap, out there in blue or black, secured with a titanium folding clasp for final consolation and comfort.
The restricted editions of the Bianchet x Maserati MSG Racing Flying Tourbillon Grande Date B 1.618, comprising solely 21 every, are priced at CHF 70,500 (taxes excluded). House owners of those unique timepieces will get pleasure from a one-of-a-kind alternative to delve into the essence of the Formulation E driver expertise. This consists of visiting Maserati MSG Racing’s headquarters in Monaco, the place they’ll work together with the racing drivers and get the adrenaline rush of driving the crew’s cutting-edge racing simulator.
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