At Baselworld 2011, Tutima launched three new models: the Grand Classic Black Chronograph PR, the Grand Classic Reserve, and the Pacific Black. Each measuring 43mm in diameter, these new models offer three variations on Tutima’s classic good looks. Find wallpaper, launch dates and pricing inside.
The Grand Classic Black Chronograph PR sits at the top of the new range of introductions. The stainless steel case and bracelet undergo a special hardening process that Tutima claims render it as resistant to scratches as sapphire crystal. It then receives a coating of scratch-resistant black PVD. The dial is highly legible, and the power reserve is nicely integrated and among the most useful of complications. Under the dial a Swiss self-winding Valjoux 7750 movement produces the energy. The Grand Classic Black Chronograph PR is available with a striking red dial, or more traditional black. Look for it to arrive in stores in August/September with an MSPR in the $4500 ballpark.
The new Grand Classic Reserve has the classic Tutima look, but with a smoother overall appearance. The dial combines a large date and power reserve display that, along with blued steel hands and applied numbers, are paradigms of legibility. The movement is a modified ETA 2892-A2. The case measure 43mm. Look for this model to arrive at retailers around November, priced at about $3600 on bracelet.
The new Pacific Black offers a hardened stainless steel case and bracelet with a black PVD coating. Tutima says the extra-hard base ensures that the PVD coating is particularly long-lasting and largely scratch-resistant. Even as the value entrant for 2011, the Pacific Black offers 20 bar warer resistance, a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, and a rotating bezel with 60-minute diving scale. The case measures 43mm, and houses an ETA 2836-2 movement. The Pacific Black will arrive in stores in August/September priced at $1450.
Technical Information
Grand Classic Black Chronograph PR, ref. no. 781-41
Hardened stainless steel with PVD coating.
Modified self-winding Valjoux 7750 caliber
12-hour counter, 30-minute counter, 60-second counter
Power reserve display
Date
Water resistant to 10 bar
Bidirectional rotating bezel with red marker
Convex sapphire crystal
Sapphire crystal back
Diameter: 43 mm
Grand Classic Reserve, ref. no. 627-02
Stainless steel case and bracelet
43mm diameter
ETA 2892-A2/Tutima self-winding movement
Power reserve display
Big date
Central sweep second hand
Blued numerals and hands
Water resistant to 10 bar
Bidirectional rotating bezel with red marker
Convex sapphire crystal
Sapphire crystal back
Pacific Black, ref. no. 677-31
Stainless steel case and bracelet
43mm diameter
ETA 2836-2 self-winding movement with day/date
Unidirectional rotating bezel with 60-minute diving scale
Water resistant to 20 bar
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal
