The story behind this Chopard Alpine Eagle
Chopard reinterprets its heritage with the Alpine Eagle collection. Launched to appeal to enthusiasts of chic sports watches with an integrated bracelet, it draws its inspiration from the St. Moritz, Karl-Friedrich Scheufele’s very first watch creation in 1980. This anecdote highlights that this model is the result of an intergenerational legacy. It was his son, Karl-Fritz, who secretly developed a modernised prototype with his grandfather to convince Karl-Friedrich to revive this iconic design. The reference 298601-3002 is very much in keeping with this tradition. Its aesthetic evokes the surrounding Alpine landscape, with the unique texture of its dial reminiscent of an eagle’s iris. It thus asserts a strong and distinguished identity in the contemporary watchmaking market.
Case, movement and strap of this Alpine Eagle
The 36 mm case is crafted from Lucent Steel A223. This exclusive, recycled alloy is distinguished by its exceptional clarity and greater hardness than standard steel. The round bezel is punctuated by eight functional tangential screws and is adorned with a meticulous setting of 36 brilliant-cut diamonds. The genuine mother-of-pearl dial plays with the light on the wrist and features applied Roman numerals, traversed by rhodium-plated hands fitted with luminescent material. At the heart of the watch beats the in-house calibre 09.01-C, a self-winding mechanical movement certified as a chronometer. Assembled from 148 components, it operates at a frequency of 3.5 Hz and offers a power reserve of 42 hours. The integrated bracelet extends the architecture of the case with a polished central link framed by brushed surfaces, fastened with a folding clasp. Water resistance is guaranteed to 50 metres.
Why this Chopard watch
Purchasing this Alpine Eagle second-hand offers a compelling alternative in the highly sought-after integrated bracelet watch segment. The combination of Lucent Steel, mother-of-pearl and diamonds strikes the perfect balance between mechanical sophistication and jeweller’s craftsmanship. The inclusion of a rigorously certified in-house calibre in a 36 mm case size reflects the brand’s high standards for its ladies’ timepieces. It offers a versatile look on the wrist, suitable for everyday wear whilst retaining a sophisticated character.
Contents and condition
This timepiece is supplied with its original case, outer box, user manuals, spare links and certificate of origin dated October 2022. This complete set is particularly prized by collectors. The overall condition is good, as the watch has been previously worn. Micro-scratches and signs of wear are visible on the polished metal surfaces, reflecting natural wear and tear consistent with its age. Polishing can be carried out on request to restore it to its original appearance.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the authenticity of this piece. This model comes with a 24-month warranty. We accept returns within 10 days in accordance with our terms and conditions. As Switzerland’s leading second-hand retailer, backed by the largest network of shops, we offer online booking for a fitting and in-store collection, or fully secure international delivery.
* Good condition – Watch has been previously worn. Some signs of wear (micro-scratches, wear marks, etc.). Fully functional and tested by our partner watchmakers.
