Chopard has long been celebrated for gorgeous and diverse timepieces. This Swiss manufacturer has an intriguing history of crafting reliable watches that were utilized by railroad employees. Additionally, in the world of haute horlogerie, Chopard is famous for exquisite jewel-encrusted timepieces.

Chopard is in part known for their collectible Mille Miglia timepieces that celebrate the legendary Italian road race known, but this beauty ups the ante in all ways. First, it is one of only 750 pieces produced in a highly limited edition. As such, it can prove to be a difficult piece to obtain.

As a chronometer, it delivers certified dependable accuracy with a self-winding automatic movement that beats at 28,800 vph, has 25 jewels, and gives you a 48-hour power reserve.

The stainless steel case measures a healthy 44 mm in diameter, 13.79 mm in height, and rests upon a cool blue perforated calfskin leather with a rubber underlining strap with a folding clasp. Additional features include a 100 m / 10 atm water resistance, a screw-down winding crown, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

The galvanized blue dial brilliantly matches the leather strap and sports a fun date window at 3, a small seconds counter at 9, and a minute track in white. Also, there is a convenient tachymeter scale upon the bezel. Chronograph functions include a red-tipped center seconds hand, a 30-minute counter at 12, and a 12-hour counter at 6.

Standout feature(s): Limited edition of only 750 pieces produced; certified chronometer reliability; 100 m / 10 atm water resistance; cool perforated leather strap; convenient tachymeter scale.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: 168571-3007
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 44 mm
• Case Height: 13.79 mm
• Movement: Self-winding automatic, 28,800 vph, 25 jewels, 48-hour power reserve
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, small seconds, chronograph, date, tachymeter scale
• Dial: Blue, galvanized
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Winding Crown: Screw-down
• Water-resistance: 100 m / 10 atm
• Band: Blue perforated calfskin leather
• Clasp: Stainless steel deployant clasp
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Retail Value: $8,170.00
• Condition: Store diplay model in unworn condition; there's still manufacturer's protective film applied to the case; there are minor sings of handing on the strap; light small brushed scratches on the clasp and a few small scratches on the upper left lug; the watch has been tested for accuracy and all functionalities are in proper operational order.
• Comments: Includes manufacturer's box, manual and papers