The Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition is a unique timepiece celebrating the Mexican Day of the Dead, featuring a minute repeater with straw and eggshell marquetry.
Chopard's Tribute to Día de los Muertos
Chopard unveiled a new addition to its Día de los Muertos series, celebrating the Day of the Dead, a significant Latin American festival. The 2026 model features a dial adorned with a 'calavera' (stylized skull) crafted using a combination of eggshell and straw marquetry.
Design and Materials of the Chopard L.U.C Full Strike
The watch case, measuring 42.5 x 11.55 mm, is made from ethical rose gold, with a dial base of the same material. The 'calavera' outlines are composed of over 70 pieces of French-grown rye straw, handcrafted for precision.
Innovative Eggshell Marquetry
Chopard uses eggshell marquetry for the first time to create the skull's eyes and teeth. Each shell piece is cleaned, dried, crushed, and polished to form a lacquered surface.
Details Beyond the Dial
A gradient effect around the eyes is achieved by varying the shell piece density. Hand-engraved gold mustaches with the L.U.Chopard logo complete the design. The bezel, case sides, crown, and case back also feature intricate hand engraving.
Dual Power Reserve Indicators
The central hands are accompanied by a dual power reserve indicator at 2 o'clock, showing reserves for both the base movement and the minute repeater. The watch is powered by the in-house calibre L.U.C 08.01-L.
Technical Mastery of the L.U.C 08.01-L Calibre
The movement, visible through the sapphire case back, consists of 533 parts and is protected by five patents. It includes a blue CVD-coated minute repeater mechanism, featuring hand-wound operation and a 60-hour power reserve at 4 Hz frequency.
Unique Edition and Strap Details
This edition is a one-off piece, paired with a cognac-brown alligator leather strap and a rose gold folding clasp, featuring hand engraving.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about the Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition?
The Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition is unique for its minute repeater and intricate straw and eggshell marquetry.
What movement powers the Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition?
The Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition is powered by the calibre L.U.C 08.01-L.
What is the size of the Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition?
The Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Día de los Muertos Edition measures 42.5 x 11.55 mm.