The Bold Summer Tones of the Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 Beach Editions

When you think Chopard, you often have the idea of discreet luxury and old money style. Refined, elegant and, most of the time, rather classic. But recently, even in the L.U.C collection, the brand has introduced a slight touch of colour and more audacity. But that’s nothing compared to what the brand has just presented… Right in time for summer and ocean vibes, Chopard introduces two bold, colourful and rather unexpected versions of its sports-elegant watch, the Alpine Eagle. Dubbed the Beach Editions and presented in 41mm cases, these boast dials evoking the vibrant hues of sea and mountain, in Maritime Blue and Rock Jasmine. 

We could have easily imagined these bright and vibrant models to be housed in a small, ladies-oriented case of 33mm, which exists for the Alpine Eagle. But no, Chopard goes big and decided to bring vivid tones to the classic format, the mostly masculine 41mm edition of the Alpine Eagle. As a reminder, this collection is the brand’s take on the elegant sports watch, with a design reminiscent of the 1980 St. Moritz timepiece, which was designed by Karl-Friedrich Scheufele. Defined by its integrated style and bezel with 8 originally-positioned screws. Thoughfully reinterpreted in 2019, the collection is now in tune with the current trends and offered in multiple editions, from classic time-and-date to a large chronograph, ultra-thin editions or even a mechanically impressive high-frequency model.

But today, it’s all about colours… Unmistakable colours, to be very honest. Some will love it, some won’t. And that’s fine. After all, you can still go classic with the Alpine Eagle 41 and opt for a dark blue, a grey or a green dial. And if you want something a bit (understatement) more striking, then meet the new Alpine Eagle 41 Beach Editions. Design-wise and mechanically speaking, nothing new to report. These new editions are based on the classic 41mm automatic versions, with a 9.7mm case made out of Lucent Steel – a proprietary alloy using recycled steel and boasting a stronger radiance. The case retains the signature eight screws, its brushed surfaces with polished accents and the same specifications overall: sapphire crystals front and back, a screw-down crown, 100m water-resistance.

Moving to the dials of these Alpine Eagle 41 Beach Editions, Chopard retains the signature pattern of the collection: an embossed, highly detailed sunburst pattern inspired by the iris of the eagle. But now with two polarising colours, Maritime Blue (turquoise) and Rock Jasmine (pink). The first evokes the azure waters lapping the southern slopes of the Alps, where the mountain range meets the Mediterranean, while the second pays tribute to the delicate Alpine flower (Androsace alpina), found blooming only in high-altitude rock clusters. Hands and markers are classic for the collection, and the date windows are colour-matched with the dial.

Adding to the summer vibe of these colourful Alpine Eagle models, the theme continues on the straps, which are matched with the dials. Made of rubber with a shape that recalls the metal bracelets (slightly tapering with a raised central cap), this is the first time the automatic version offers this option, which was previously reserved for the collection’s chronographs. Inside the case is the chronometer-certified in-house calibre 01.01-C. This automatic movement, decorated with polished bevels and sunray-brushed bridges, operates at a 4Hz frequency and provides a 60-hour power reserve.

Now available from the brand’s website and boutiques, the new Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 Beach Editions are priced at EUR 13,400, making them the most accessible 41mm versions to date (the standard versions on a metal bracelet retail for 15,900 euros). For more details, please visit chopard.com.