Watch & Jewelry
March 26, 2015
Feature: The Evolution of Dive Watches - Chanel
CHANEL
J12 MARINE
The First Dive Watch in the Collection, Born from the J12
The "J12 Marine," the first dive watch in the collection, has arrived for the "J12," which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year. The beautiful blue high-tech ceramic expresses the sea that Coco Chanel adored.
Text & Composition by Aki NagaiPhotos by JAMANDFIX
Beautiful Blue High-Tech Ceramic Inspired by the "Deep Sea"
The bezel of this first "J12" dive watch, boasting a 300-meter water resistance, is crafted from deep-sea blue high-tech ceramic. The featured 42mm black ceramic case model showcases a blue high-tech ceramic cabochon on the crown and a blue anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal. For enhanced legibility, the minute and second hands share the same blue hue, and the indices have been changed from the traditional Arabic numerals to dots. Both the indices and hands are coated with luminous paint for improved safety.
The rubber bracelet, made from a composite material offering both water and UV resistance, is impact-resistant and features a matte finish ideal for diving. Its "fish gill" inspired design includes perforations to allow water to escape, ensuring comfortable wear without drag underwater.
High-tech ceramic, renowned for its hardness, truly shines in demanding environments. This dive watch, finally unveiled, feels like a model that was destined to be. The J12 collection's signature aesthetic, maintaining its refined beauty even in a robust dive watch, is evident here. Retaining its classic codes—the high-tech ceramic, the cross design at the center, and the logo—the J12 has evolved into a dive watch that will undoubtedly make a strong statement, not only during marine sports but also in urban settings.
Automatic, black high-tech ceramic x stainless steel case & rubber bracelet, 300m water resistance, ¥499,800
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