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January 26, 2020
Watch brand "Gorilla" announces three new models, including a limited edition item | Gorilla
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A Tribute to the Shared Passion for Watches and Racing Cars! New Additions to the "Fastback GT Collection"
Gorilla, an emerging watch brand founded in 2016 by two designers who previously worked for prestigious Swiss watch brands. This contemporary brand has now released three new models in its "Fastback GT Collection."
A Captivating Collection Inspired by Historic Racing Cars
The "Fastback GT Collection DRIFT "ELISE"" from Swiss watch brand Gorilla is a collaboration with Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, a leading Swiss movement manufacturer. This piece integrates the unique wandering hour complication, developed specifically for the "Fastback GT Drift," with Gorilla's signature combination of diverse materials, pursuing the ultimate user experience.
The first is the "Fastback GT Collection Drift "Elise." Its bold color scheme is inspired by historic British racing cars, and it is produced in a limited edition of 350 pieces worldwide.
The second is the "Fastback GT Collection Trufflehunter," an homage to the legendary Porsche 917/20 racing car. The Porsche 917/20, with its wide body, short tail, and deep, rounded wheel wells, was nicknamed the "Pink Pig" or "Trufflehunter" after its distinctive pink livery, painted by the design team with cuts of pork labeled on its body. Although this racing car only appeared once at Le Mans, it became a legendary presence, capturing the hearts of motorsport fans worldwide with its eccentric color scheme. The Fastback GT Collection Trufflehunter, a tribute to this racing car, will be produced in a limited edition of 500 pieces worldwide.
Finally, the "Fastback GT Collection Spectre" is a new model that evolves the original color scheme and cutting-edge material mix of the "Fastback Original" from Gorilla's founding in 2016, to a higher specification. It features a matte black ceramic bezel, a forged carbon case with a checkerboard pattern, and three-dimensionally arranged Arabic numerals with rhodium plating on the dial.
The hour and minute hands, along with the hour markers, are treated with red and black Super-LumiNova®, enhancing legibility in low light. Furthermore, a newly designed titanium case back and a hybrid rubber strap ensure exceptional comfort. The periphery of the sapphire case back is engraved with the collection name and, true to Gorilla's signature use of mixed materials, the names of the components used.
Power Reserve | 38 hours
Case Material | Forged Carbon, Anodized Aluminum, Titanium, Ceramic
Case Diameter | 44mm
Strap Material | Viton Rubber
Water Resistance | 10 ATM
Estimated Price | ¥638,000 (incl. tax)
Limited Edition | 350 pieces worldwide