One of the most striking chronographs ever from Victorinox Swiss Army, the Alpnach makes multiple references to the famous Cougar AS 532, beginning with its name which is that of the Swiss air force base for these twin engines. The Alpnach meticulously replicates the forms and assertiveness of this exceptional helicopter. The dial has been pared down to the essentials, with hourmarkers on the flange and accents of green, red or orange on the chronograph counters, which take their cue from cockpit instruments. In one last reference to the AS 532, the small seconds counter at 9 o’clock incorporates the Cougar’s signature four blades. The ballistic nylon strap adds to the professional allure of this resolutely masculine timepiece that is clearly cut out for the toughest situations.
SPECIFICATIONS
CASE
316L stainless steel with black PVD coating, 44 mm
Unidirectional rotating bezel with countdown and tachymeter scales
Scratchproof sapphire crystal with triple anti-reflective treatment and transparent caseback
Water-resistant to 100 m (10 ATM)
DIAL
Black with luminescent hourmarkers and hands
30-minute and 12-hour counters at 12 and 6 o'clock
Small seconds at 9 o’clock
Double day and date windows at 3 o'clock
MOVEMENT
Automatic, Chrono Valjoux 7750 calibre, 42-hour power reserve
FUNCTIONS
Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date, chronograph, countdown and tachymeter
BRACELET/STRAP
Ballistic nylon with steel folding clasp