Chopard L.U.C Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF

In 1980, Chopard launched its first sports watch – the St. Moritz. Imagined and led by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, he was a young man in his early 20’s when he pushed for the first stainless steel timepiece in the brand’s catalog. Fast forward nearly 40 years, the next generation in the family reimagines the St. Moritz by introducing the Alpine Eagle in 2019. Karl-Fritz Scheufele, the fourth generation at Chopard, led the all-new modernized interpretation of the brand’s sports watch. Here we have the privilege of offering an all-new Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF.

The 8Hz movement runs at a high frequency (57,600 VpH). This is double the 4 Hz standard common in many mechanical watches. The benefit is greater resilience to external disturbances (shocks, magnetism, etc) and generally more stable chronometric performance over time. Chopard also uses silicon components (escape wheel, pallet lever, impulse pin) in the escapement assembly to reduce friction, eliminate the need for lubrication in those parts, and thus boost durability. Despite the high-beat rate, the movement offers a respectable 60-hour power reserve. And it carries COSC chronometer certification, a mark of precision. For aficionados who appreciate “engine-tech” in a watch, this one hits high marks.

This timepiece bears the signature features of the Alpine Eagle collection – ultra-wearable 41mm x 9.7mm titanium case with integrated bracelet, applied indices on an eye-catching “Eagle eye” guilloché, and elegantly crafted screw-down crown for 100m water resistance. Every aspect of this timepiece from the dial to the case to the bracelet to the movement, everything is impeccably finished. 

The Chopard Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF will most appeal to someone who values mechanical sophistication and real-world wearability. It isn’t just a “sport watch.” This is a timepiece that has technical substance with its unusual high-beat movement. New and available now.