Porsche Design presents an exclusive revival of the iconic Porsche Design Chronograph 1 from 1975, this time made of uncoated titanium in a limited edition of just 350 pieces. The new version features a modern COSC-certified movement, flyback function, minimalist design and, for the first time, is available without the condition of purchasing a Porsche vehicle.
Exactly 50 years ago, Ferdinand Alexander Porsche showed the world how to design a timeless chronograph – Porsche Design Chronograph 1 from 1975 was synonymous with purity, without unnecessary embellishments. Today, Porsche Design celebrates this legend with a special edition that combines heritage and modernity in an uncompromising titanium design.
Titanium as a symbol of superior craftsmanship – Porsche Design Chronograph 1
Porsche Design With the new Chronograph 1, the company has chosen a material that emphasizes the watch's industrial character: glass-brushed, uncoated titanium. It remains faithful to the 1975 original, but is lighter, more robust and resistant to corrosion. The case measures 40.8 mm in diameter and 14.15 mm in thickness, ensuring excellent comfort.
A face you know
The dial of the Porsche Design Chronograph 1 remains faithfully minimalist, in matte black with high-contrast white hands coated with Super-LumiNova. Subtle contrast is added with a red chronograph seconds hand, tachymeter scale and day and date display at 3 o'clock. The double logo – old and new – further reinforces the watch's historical connection.
Powered by precision: Caliber WERK 01.240
Inside the watch beats the automatic chronograph movement WERK 01.240, which boasts COSC certification and a precise frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. The built-in flyback function allows for instant restart of the stopwatch, making timekeeping simple and elegant. The mechanism also offers 48 hours of power reserve.
Porsche Design Chronograph 1: Exclusive, but for the first time without conditions
The special feature of the edition is not only that it is limited to 350 pieces, but also that for the first time it can be purchased without the condition of owning a Porsche car. The price of this exceptional series is approximately €8,950 or $9,650.
In addition, this is the last series made by hand in the Solothurn manufactory, which gives it additional collector's value.
Why we really like it!
With this limited edition, Porsche Design is not just presenting another watch – it is a timepiece that combines the heritage of iconic design with the materials of the future. Titanium, functional design and limited availability ensure that this is a collector's item that will only increase in value.
Technical inspection – all key information
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | Vitreous-ground, uncoated titanium |
| Dimensions | 40.8mm × 14.15mm |
| Mechanism | Porsche Design WERK 01.240, COSC-certificate, flyback |
| Power reserve | 48 hours |
| Water resistance | 100 m / 10 bar |
| Limited edition | 350 pieces |
| The price | €8,950 / $9,650 |
| production | Handmade in Solothurn, Switzerland |
Conclusion: A timer with a story
Porsche Design Chronograph 1 – 1975 Limited Edition is not only a tribute to history, but also a watch that stands boldly in the present. It is a perfect blend of classic and modern technology that will be appreciated by everyone, from car enthusiasts to connoisseurs of the art of watchmaking. Without a doubt, this is a release that is already becoming a legend of the future.
