Built with a clear purpose rooted in French military aviation, this piece expresses functionality in its purest form. Every element is designed for immediate readability and intuitive use, without excess or distraction.
The black tritium dial—belonging to the last production mark—adds a layer of collectability that goes beyond aesthetics. It captures the final phase of an era before the transition to modern luminous materials, preserving that warm, slightly aged tone that only time can create. The layout remains crisp and perfectly balanced, with bold Arabic numerals and a chronograph configuration that is both technical and visually harmonious.
The original steel bracelet enhances its authenticity and everyday versatility, giving the watch a more assertive and complete presence on the wrist. The 39mm steel case retains ideal proportions: compact, functional, and extremely wearable, with a rotating bezel that reinforces its tool-watch identity.
Inside, a reliable automatic flyback chronographic movement ensures consistent performance, making it a watch meant to be used, not stored.
What elevates this example is the full set: original papers stamped in Porto Cervo, dating back to 1997, and the distinctive aluminium box shaped like an aircraft fuselage—an iconic detail that perfectly reflects its aviation heritage.
This is a coherent, complete, and increasingly difficult configuration to find. A piece defined by integrity, originality, and a strong, unmistakable identity.