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Swiss luxury timepiece maker Oris has once again partnered up with Audi Sport and unveiled a new limited edition chronograph. The new model takes its inspiration from the Audi R18 e-tron quattro and features its silhouette on the case back.
As most of these type of collaborations, the new model was also intended to be worn by Audi Sport drivers, yet it will be available for premium collectors that wish to be part of the exclusive family. Taking a closer look, the timepiece is powered by an Oris Calibre 778, while key features include things such a 10-minute countdown, something extremely helpful for those who hit the track and can’t really afford to miss race start times.
Moreover, day and date indications at 3 o’clock are also present, taking design cues from dashboard instruments of modern Audi race cars. Since we are talking about a team that has won the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans 12 times since 1984, Oris has tried their best to ensure this piece is a lightweight as possible. We’re talking about high-tech materials such as a DLC-coated multi-piece titanium case with ceramic bezel.
As opposed to the previous model, the Audi Sport Limited Edition II was designed with a black background thanks to which the Audi Sport logo stands out immediately. Applied numerals and a day-date at 9 complete the sporty feeling, while keeping things subtle, simple and classy.
Similar to what happened with most of the timepieces that are months away from reaching the market, Audi’s newborn also was unveiled at this year’s Baselworld fair. According to Worn & Wound, the watch is limited to only 2000 pieces, and the expected retail price will be $4,000 when it releases this June.
As most of these type of collaborations, the new model was also intended to be worn by Audi Sport drivers, yet it will be available for premium collectors that wish to be part of the exclusive family. Taking a closer look, the timepiece is powered by an Oris Calibre 778, while key features include things such a 10-minute countdown, something extremely helpful for those who hit the track and can’t really afford to miss race start times.
Moreover, day and date indications at 3 o’clock are also present, taking design cues from dashboard instruments of modern Audi race cars. Since we are talking about a team that has won the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans 12 times since 1984, Oris has tried their best to ensure this piece is a lightweight as possible. We’re talking about high-tech materials such as a DLC-coated multi-piece titanium case with ceramic bezel.
As opposed to the previous model, the Audi Sport Limited Edition II was designed with a black background thanks to which the Audi Sport logo stands out immediately. Applied numerals and a day-date at 9 complete the sporty feeling, while keeping things subtle, simple and classy.
Similar to what happened with most of the timepieces that are months away from reaching the market, Audi’s newborn also was unveiled at this year’s Baselworld fair. According to Worn & Wound, the watch is limited to only 2000 pieces, and the expected retail price will be $4,000 when it releases this June.
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