For a watch to be a great everyday
accessory, it has to withstand the rigors of daily life, including the
disquieting potential for hard knocks and scratches. Enter the J12 Chromatic
Classic in the nigh indestructible titanium ceramic. The chromatic part of the
name comes from its otherworldly shine, a combination of white and black
depending on the angle of the light. 

This color and shine are the result of
the titanium-ceramics combination, and a dash of diamond powder polishing to
complete the effect. While we don’t recommend purposely putting the watch in
harm’s way (the self-winding movement still suffers when exposed to hard
knocks) but the robust 41mm case – water resistant to 200 metres – is as tough
as it gets.

For a look at the watch rising from the depths, like a wicked cross between the birth of Aphrodite and the liquid metal Terminator, check out the video at bottom.

Manufacturer’s Specifications

Movement: Self-winding
mechanical

Functions: Hours,
minutes, seconds, date

Power reserve:
42-hours

Bezel: Unidirectional
rotating

Case: 41mm, diamond
polished titanium-ceramic with screw-down crown, water-resistant to 200 meters

Bracelet: Diamond
polished titanium-ceramic with steel triple-folding buckle

Chanel