{"product_id":"driver-chronograph-mkii-meca-quartz-black-reverse-panda","title":"Driver Chronograph MkII Black Reverse Panda Meca-Quartz Watch","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Rather Splendid Vintage Racing Watch That Actually Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRight then, imagine if a 1970s racing driver and a Swiss watchmaker had a perfectly civilised disagreement, then compromised on something rather marvellous. This chronograph is precisely that sort of thing. It's a beautifully crafted timepiece that marries retro motorsport aesthetics with modern Japanese horsepower, all without being remotely pretentious about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Driver Chronograph MkII\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuinely Heritage Inspired Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The black dial, ivory accents, and burnt orange subdials nod directly to the GT cars of the 1970s and 80s, whilst remaining utterly fetching on the wrist. Think leather gloves and open roads, not flashy posturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProper Engineering Inside:\u003c\/strong\u003e A Seiko VK64 hybrid mecha-quartz movement sits at the heart of this watch. Yes, it's a Japanese calibre, and yes, it's bloody reliable. None of that temperamental mechanical faffing about.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials That Won't Let You Down:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brushed stainless steel 43mm case with a brushed and polished bezel. Sapphire crystal that actually resists scratches. A perforated leather rally strap with quick release pins because, well, practicality matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Caseback Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched with a retro racing driver's helmet from the 1970s. It's the sort of thing only you'll notice, which makes it rather good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko VK64 chronograph hybrid mecha-quartz mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e 43mm brushed stainless steel with brushed and polished bezel\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scratch resistant sapphire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black with ivory and orange accents, lowered disc cut subdial effect\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHands and Markers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Luminous hands and hour indicators for visibility\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine perforated leather with quick release pins and brushed buckle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaseback:\u003c\/strong\u003e Etched 1970s racing helmet motif\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're actually driving your weekend car or simply daydreaming about doing so at your desk, this chronograph belongs on your wrist. First batch limited in quantity. Rather good things do tend to run out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marchand Watch Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48170116022500,"sku":"SKU244","price":149.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0547\/6820\/6011\/files\/3616S-1V6CONFIRMED.jpg?v=1773231473","url":"https:\/\/sostter.pro\/products\/driver-chronograph-mkii-meca-quartz-black-reverse-panda","provider":"Sostter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}