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December 25, 2018
A VERY RARE Model, Limited to 9 Pieces Worldwide, Dedicated to Ferrari Wheels | ArtyA
ArtyA
A Homage to the Legendary Ferrari 250 GTO.
The "Race 250 GTO" Features Unique Designs and Colors
Swiss watch brand ArtyA introduces the "Race 250 GTO," a new creation inspired by the Ferrari 250 GTO. Only nine pieces will be sold worldwide.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Handcrafted to Recreate the 250 GTO's Wheels
The "Race" collection from ArtyA, known for its racing watches with a titanium wheel that covers the dial, creating a striking visual impact, now welcomes a new model inspired by the Ferrari 250 GTO.
The "Race" collection became a global sensation and a popular line thanks to its innovative concept: a flick of the wrist causes the wheel to spin rapidly, disappearing to reveal the hidden hands.
Following this success, ArtyA's owner and designer, Ivan Arpa, decided to create
1962 Ferrari 250 GTO chassis 3851GT. Photographed at Bonhams August 2014 Quail Lodge auction in Carmel, California, USA
a handcrafted version, mirroring the wheels of the Ferrari 250 GTO.
The 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO Berlinetta that inspired him was auctioned in 2014 for a record-breaking approximately $38 million (about 4.32 billion yen), making it the most expensive car ever sold at public auction.
The "Race 250 GTO" features a meticulously crafted wheel section, made entirely by hand to emulate the historic car's wheels. Powered by ArtyA's in-house AION movement, these nine unique pieces, each with a distinct color and design, complete the limited edition collection.
Movement | Automatic (AION)
Power Reserve | 42 Hours
Case Material | 316L High-Grade Steel
Case Diameter | 44.5mm
Strap | Calfskin (Crocodile upgrade available)
Water Resistance | 5 ATM
Price | From ¥2,150,000 (excluding tax)