Chopard 161942-9001 L.U.C Time Traveler One Platinum Grey-Blue Dial

The Chopard L.U.C Time Traveler One in platinum (ref. 161942‑9001) debuted in 2016 as the Maison’s first world‑timer in the L.U.C collection, marrying haute horlogerie finishing with genuine travel functionality. Its 42 mm platinum case, just 12.09 mm thick, offers a refined presence on the wrist, while the galvanically treated grey‑blue sunburst dial radiates from the L.U.Chopard logo with satin‑brushed finesse. Powered by the in‑house, COSC‑certified L.U.C 01.05‑L automatic calibre, the watch delivers 60 hours of power reserve, a 4 Hz frequency, and a central date hand alongside simultaneous display of 24 time zones—making it both technically impressive and highly practical. The dual‑crown system—one crown for local time and date, the other for the city disc—reflects a thoughtful design rooted in Cottier world‑timer tradition. The exhibition case‑back reveals bridges adorned with Côtes de Genève and a micro‑regulator balance wheel, underscoring the movement’s artisanal quality. Presented on a black alligator leather strap with a white‑gold pin buckle, this platinum world‑timer is a compelling choice for collectors seeking understated elegance, mechanical sophistication, and global versatility in one distinguished package. Like New with Chopard box, and papers dated 2024.