Chopard Launches Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Editions in National Racing Colors
Chopard fake Launches Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph Editions in National Racing Colors
Chopard has reinterpreted its Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph—reintroduced in 2023—through three country-specific editions, each inspired by a classic national racing color: British Racing Green, French Blue, and German “Speed Silver.” Limited to 100 individually numbered pieces each, these watches are available exclusively in their respective countries. All three models feature a 40.5mm Lucent Steel case, accented by knurled pushers and a steering-wheel-shaped crown—signature racing-inspired elements of the collection. The dials are protected by a “box-style” sapphire crystal and feature a three-register chronograph layout. Inside, the watches are powered by a COSC-certified automatic chronograph movement (based on the ETA A322-11), offering a 54-hour power reserve.
Since 1988, Chopard has served as a global sponsor and the official timekeeper of the Mille Miglia, and the watch collection bearing the race’s name boasts a similarly long-standing history. As reported by Monochrome, Chopard’s latest Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph releases build upon the 2023 relaunch, introducing three special editions themed around national racing colors—with each version sold exclusively in the country associated with that color.
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Where do these colors come from?
The concept predates the watches by more than a century. During the Gordon Bennett Cup races in the early 20th century, competing vehicles were distinguished not by sponsor logos, but by national colors: blue for France, green for Britain, red for Italy, and white for Germany. Later, as teams began stripping away paint to reduce vehicle weight, the German team adopted the iconic “Silver Arrow” look—the raw, metallic silver of the exposed bodywork. Chopard has skillfully integrated three distinct liveries into the design of this timepiece.
The British Racing Green version features an electroplated green dial with a circular satin-brushed finish, complemented by white transferred markings and rhodium-plated hands. The French version—which debuted at the 2026 Rétromobile show in Paris—boasts a vibrant blue dial accented with silver sub-dials and red details, all encircled by a silver tachymeter scale. The German “Speed Silver” version adopts a more understated aesthetic, with a silver opaline dial featuring grey and black markings; aside from the red tip on the chronograph hand, the design is virtually devoid of other colors.
One Case, Three Interpretations
All three models utilize the 40.5 mm case—introduced during the 2023 redesign—which measures 12.88 mm in thickness and is crafted from Chopard’s proprietary Lucent Steel, an alloy that is both harder and more luminous than conventional stainless steel. Racing-inspired details abound: the chronograph pushers feature a knurled texture reminiscent of brake pedals, the crown is engraved with a steering wheel motif, and a vintage-style “box” sapphire crystal adds a touch of classic charm. The watch is water-resistant to 50 meters. The dial layout remains consistent, featuring a tri-compax chronograph configuration: a small seconds sub-dial at 3 o’clock, a 12-hour totalizer at 6 o’clock, and a 30-minute totalizer at 9 o’clock, with a date display positioned between 4 and 5 o’clock. The British and French versions are paired with rubber straps embossed with a tread pattern inspired by 1960s Dunlop tires, while the German version comes on a black perforated calfskin strap. buy fake watches online
The case back of each watch identifies the specific market it represents. Beneath the sapphire crystal case back lies a COSC-certified, self-winding chronograph movement based on the ETA A322-11 caliber, which operates at 28,800 vibrations per hour and offers a 54-hour power reserve. The movement is framed by a checkered-flag pattern and features the flag of the United Kingdom, France, or Germany, respectively.
The movement is a point of hesitation for some potential buyers. At this price point, a chronograph powered by an ETA movement is a hard pill to swallow—a sentiment expressed quite bluntly in the comments section of a Monochrome article. What you are actually paying for is the exquisite finishing, the Lucent Steel case, and the exclusivity of a 100-piece limited edition—not an in-house movement.
