BOVET by Pininfarina “ Sergio ” Split

January 2014
BOVET by Pininfarina “ Sergio ”
Split-Second Chronograph
Press release
Making its first appearance in 2010 jointly with the Amadeo® case, the BOVET by Pininfarina
Collection has already featured three exclusive tourbillon timepieces (OTTANTA®, OTTANTADUE
and OTANTATRE) as well as a chronograph (Cambiano) available in many different versions.
The special ties that link the famous Italian design studio with the Swiss Manufacture have given
life to a family of contemporary and sporty timepieces which has been particularly well received by
collectors of fine watchmaking and enthusiasts of refined design.
Four years after the launch of the Tourbillon Ottanta, the “Sergio” Split-Second Chronograph will
delight aficionados of both camps eagerly anticipating this new wonder.
The story of this new timepiece began with the presentation, at the last Geneva Motor Show, of a
“Sergio” Ferrari designed by Pininfarina. It was named after Sergio Pininfarina, the president of the
family business for 40 years, and was a fitting tribute for the man behind the most beautiful designs
in the automotive history. Since this ultra-sporty vehicle symbolizes sixty years of shared passion
between Pininfarina and Ferrari, Paolo Pininfarina felt the need to design a matching timepiece, and
assigned its development and manufacturing to the artisans of DIMIER 1738. In a reference to the car’s
high-performance specification, Pascal Raffy and his teams proposed a timepiece with outstanding
characteristics, perfectly in keeping with the perceived style and emotion of the vehicle.
This split-seconds chronograph, also known as the “Sergio”, shares the same refinement, reliability
and engineering virtuosity of its namesake. The movement is a self-winding mechanical chronograph
of unrivalled robustness. Giving the assurance of perfect timekeeping, it features a small-second, a
30 minute counter and a power-reserve indicator. As its name implies, it is capable of measuring
any number of intermediate times, a function particularly sought-after in the world of motor sport.
The push-pieces positioned on either side of the crown fulfill their normal functions, respectively start
and stop for the first, and reset for the second.
To activate the split-seconds function, a third push-piece, often frowned upon because it detracts from
the symmetry of the timepiece, is required. The artisans of BOVET designed a split-second push-piece
coaxial to the crown. This solution does not detract from the harmonious balance of the case and
locates the push-piece in an optimal position for rapid and precise manipulations.
BOVET FLEURIER SA
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January 2014
BOVET by Pininfarina “ Sergio”
Split-Second Chronograph
Press release
The aesthetic codes unique to the collection are much in evidence. The same designers responsible for
the sporty elegance of the vehicle were handed the stylistic brief for this timepiece. As a result, they
achieved perfection in matching the strong identity of the collection of timepieces with the 60-year
success story of the Italian sports car.
After approving the specification in terms of its technical conformity, the Dimier design office
released the timepiece for production to the Manufacture’s different workshops. As was the case for
the predecessors of this “Sergio” Chronograph, the Manufacture’s dial-makers spared no effort. Their
individual passion and expertise can be directly perceived in the emotion conveyed by the quality of
finish of this dial.
Four parts of the dial have been lowered. One houses the 30 minute chronograph counter
at 12 o’clock, while the small-seconds are positioned at 6 o’clock and the power-reserve indicator at
3 o’clock. Meanwhile the fourth area, at 9 o’clock, accommodates the two names that make up this
prestigious partnership: BOVET 1822 and Pininfarina. These two areas are perforated with multiple
micro-apertures, a special feature virtually omnipresent on the timepiece’s motoring namesake. The
highly specific shapes of these four areas carry a distinct echo of the vehicle’s aerodynamic elements.
An anthracite ruthenium treatment enhances the volumes and different surface finishes of the dial for
a striking effect. The different graduations are pad-printed in white. This combination of colours is
known to guarantee optimal legibility regardless of light levels and ambient reflections.
Like all timepieces in the collection, the “Sergio” Chronograph features the Amadeo® convertible
system which makes it possible to instantly convert it into a wristwatch, a miniature table clock or
a sports timer. An optional chain adds the possibility of wearing this timepiece as a pocket watch.
Accurate, technically sophisticated, useful, reliable and robust, the “Sergio “ Split-Second Chronograph
is available in a limited edition of 250 timepieces and is well equipped to win the hearts and minds of
enthusiasts of fine engineering, be it under the hood of a racing car or, purring like clockwork, nestled
comfortably on their wrist.
BOVET FLEURIER SA
Tél. +41 22 731 46 38 - Fax +41 22 731 46 86
www.bovet.com
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BOVET by Pininfarina “ Sergio”
Split-Second Chronograph
Technical specifications
CASE
MOVEMENT
Type
AMADEO convertible system
Caliber
13BA08-R
Diameter
45mm
Type
Self-winding mechanical
Material
Shotblasted stainless steel / Timer
push-pieces treated with black
DLC
Diameter
13 ¾’’’
Frequency
28’800 V/h
®
Strap
Black rubber with leather lining
Buckle
Stainless steel ardillon buckle
Water-resistance 30m
Power-reserve 50 hours
DIALS
Anthracite with white pad-printing
Black with white pad-printing
Blue with white pad-printing
Silver with black pad-printing
Functions
Hours, minutes, small seconds,
split-second chronograph,
30-minute counter and powerreserve indicator
Limited edition of 250 movements
BOVET FLEURIER SA
Tél. +41 22 731 46 38 - Fax +41 22 731 46 86
www.bovet.com
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