Chopard L.U.C Full Strike White Gold

The Chopard L.U.C Full Strike is one of the most technically impressive minute repeaters of the modern era. Introduced in 2016, the watch marked the brand’s first minute repeater timepiece and immediately established itself as a landmark in contemporary haute horlogerie, earning the prestigious Aiguille d’Or (Best in Show) at the 2017 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG).

What makes the Full Strike extraordinary is its patented sapphire gong system. Traditional minute repeaters rely on hardened steel gongs attached to the movement, but Chopard engineered the crystal and gongs from a single block of sapphire. The result is a remarkably pure and resonant sound, with a crystalline clarity that recalls the ringing tone of a wine glass struck during a toast. The acoustic performance is not merely louder than most repeaters; it is cleaner, sharper, and uniquely transparent.

This white gold edition pairs that innovation with an openworked dial that showcases the chiming mechanism in action. The dial-side hammers transform the repeater into a visual spectacle, allowing the wearer to experience the complication through both sound and motion. Chopard also modernized usability by integrating the repeater activation into the crown via a pusher, replacing the traditional slide mechanism found on most minute repeaters.

Powered by the COSC-certified Calibre 08.01-L, the Full Strike combines technical sophistication with thoughtful practicality. Separate barrels for timekeeping and chiming each feature dedicated power reserve indicators, while slipping springs protect against overwinding. Despite housing 533 components, the watch remains impressively wearable at 42.5mm wide and just 11.5mm thick.

Finished with German silver bridges, Geneva stripes, polished anglage, and elegant Art Deco-inspired details, the Full Strike stands as a rare achievement: a minute repeater that is innovative, ergonomic, visually captivating, chronometrically top-notch, and acoustically exceptional. This Full Strike comes with a full set, recent factory service and extended warranty.