If you’ve ever dreamed of a watch that’s not only a timekeeper but also a storyteller, you’re in for a real treat with Venezianico’s latest masterpiece – the Bucintoro 1976. Limited to just 100 pieces, this chronograph doesn’t just tell time, it shares a slice of aviation history, featuring parts from the legendary Concorde.
Imagine this: a watch that houses a hand-restored Lemania 1873 NOS caliber and sports a titanium plate from none other than the Concorde itself. Yep, that supersonic icon that zoomed across the skies from Paris to New York faster than you can say “baguette.” At Mach 2.04, to be precise. So, slap on this watch and you’ll be wearing a piece of aviation marvels on your wrist.
The Bucintoro 1976 is part of the Legacy of Time series, which means it’s not just about telling time – it’s about telling a story. The Morelli brothers have once again paid homage to the monumental achievements of humanity, this time honoring the Concorde’s ability to redefine our concept of time and distance.
What’s inside this mechanical marvel, you ask? A Lemania 1873 caliber that’s not just any old movement. It’s been lovingly restored after being tracked down from private collections across Europe. Imagine the thrill of a heart that started beating in the 1970s, brought back to life in perfect sync with Swiss watchmaking excellence.
Oh, and let’s not forget the titanium plate on the side of the case. This isn’t any regular titanium; it’s a piece from an original Concorde engine blade. That’s right – your watch has the bragging rights of having flown supersonic miles across the Atlantic, certified from the very last Concorde lots available. Talk about wearing history!
But the Bucintoro 1976 isn’t just about the guts and glory. The design takes you on a visual journey too. Its ivory dial with three avio-blue counters mirrors those old-school analog instruments from the Concorde cockpit. The gold-colored baton indexes and hands treated with Super-LumiNova are not just there to shine – they’re little beacons of supersonic nostalgia.
Whether it’s the tachymeter bezel marking take-off phases or the Mach number marks on the minute counter, every detail screams ‘aviation icon.’ And the icing on the cake is the handcrafted oak case, painted avio-blue to match the Concorde’s uniform. So, with this watch, you’re not just celebrating time – you’re celebrating an era when men soared higher and faster than ever before.
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