Glashutte Original Senator Rattrapante watch

The Glashutte Original Senator Rattrapante watch is a phenomenal creation of the German high watchmaking craft. Within its platinum case resides a manually wound masterpiece which showcases a split-second chronograph complication--one of the most exalted specialties in the haute horlogerie repertoire. This Glashutte Original watch is also a beautifully styled work of art for the wrist which shows off an eye-catching aesthetic that combines classical and sporty elements with brilliance and style. Offered exclusively in princely platinum, the finely polished 42mm case of this Glashutte Original timepiece is stately and massive, a true statement of refined power. To compliment its beauty, and the exclusivity of the mechanism, Glashutte Original has fitted the watch with a stunning anthracite dial crafted from solid silver. Accented by silvered chronograph counters with blued steel hands, polished Stuart hands, elongated Roman numerals, and a brilliant red split-seconds hand, it is a breathtaking intersection of classic beauty and technical fascination. The fact that the Glashutte Original watchmakers also incorporated the brand's iconic and ingenious panorama date display is remarkable, and adds an additional element that is both practical and technically meritorious.

The Glashutte Original Senator Rattrapante watch is animated by the exclusive Glashutte Caliber 99 movement. Observing this intricate manually-wound chronograph movement through the sapphire crystal caseback will fill any viewer with a wonder for the obvious mastery of artistic watchmaking cultivated by the skilled German watchmaker. A three dimensional structure of bridges, levers, pincers, and two column wheels project a mechanical structure of imposing complexity, softened by the beauty of shimmering Glashutte stripes, blued steel screws, and chamfered edges.

The chronograph mechanism, incorporating both a flyback function and a split-seconds hand is extremely sophisticated and enables two functions: the primary chronograph hand may be sent back to zero at any time during its travel without the need for stopping, and a secondary hand (the red central hand, which is usually hidden beneath the primary chronograph hand) may be activated independently of the primary hand to record a second interval of elapsed time. Activating any of the chronograph sequences creates a fascinating interplay of the various elements of the chronograph mechanism, which never cease to delight a true lover of fine watchmaking. Additional charming details which nod to tradition, include jewels set into gold chatons, and a balance wheel affixed with eighteen solid gold meantime screws. Fully wound, this prestigious movement has a power reserve of approximately 44 hours, assuming the chronograph is not running continually.Due to the inherent difficulty inherent in the production of such a prestigious split-seconds chronograph mechanism, only a small number of the Glashutte Original Senator Rattrapante watches will be manufactured. A finely crafted strap in Louisiana alligator completes each timepiece, fitted to a tang buckle crafted from platinum.