The idea of replacing the hour markers with nautical panels from the maritime code gave Corum's Admiral an instantly recognisable sign. A mix of contemporary design and sailing history, it takes us back more than sixty years, when the Swiss brand had just been founded and was closely associated with the Admiral's Cup. It was then considered the most aristocratic of international sailing regattas and was organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club.
It was contested in Great Britain, off the Isle of Wight, from 1957 until 2003. It was at the same time as the competition that the Maison designed the watch that gave rise to the Admiral's Cup collection, later renamed Admiral.
This model still retains its characteristic design, now put at the service of new functions and materials. Consistency with the past and a spirit of innovation, therefore, are the elements that make it always current.
The new version of the Admiral 42 Automatic sports an intriguing outfit in dark, grey tones. The 42 mm case, with its characteristic dodecagonal bezel, is in fact made of steel with gunmetal-coloured DLC treatment with a sand-blasted finish and anti-fingerprint coating.
The dial is in smoky grey brass with rhodium-plated applied hour markers, represented by the characteristic nautical pennants (the collection's signature) and skeletonised Dauphine hands coated with grey SuperLuminova.
The movement is the CO 395 calibre, mechanical with automatic winding, 28,800 vibrations per hour and a 42-hour power reserve, which is visible through the anti-reflective sapphire crystal opening in the case back. The watch is guaranteed water-resistant to a depth of 100 metres. Limited edition of only 100 pieces.
Price5,600 euro.
