Chopard Alpine Eagle XL Chrono 298609-3001

About This Watch

The Chopard Alpine Eagle XL Chrono extends the collection with a 44mm chronograph variant housing the in-house caliber 03.05-C. This column-wheel, vertical-clutch chronograph is entirely manufactured at Chopard's Fleurier facility and COSC-certified. The vertical clutch ensures smooth chronograph start without the hand-jump characteristic of horizontal-clutch designs, while the column wheel provides superior tactile feedback to the pushers. The 60-hour power reserve is generous for a chronograph. The Aletsch Blue dial accommodates the tri-compax layout — running seconds at 3, 30-minute counter at 6, and 12-hour counter at 9 — while maintaining the eagle iris texture across all surfaces. The larger 44mm case suits the chronograph proportions well, and the integrated bracelet scales proportionally. The Lucent Steel A223 alloy provides enhanced durability for a sports chronograph that will see active use. Chopard's decision to develop a complete in-house chronograph caliber demonstrates serious commitment to haute horlogerie mechanics, positioning the Alpine Eagle XL Chrono among the most technically accomplished luxury sports chronographs.