Chronofixe

The history of Chronofixe dates back to the mid-19th century. Founded in 1857, in the heart of the Doubs gorges, on the Swiss border, in La Rasse, the Chronofixe manufacture was the only French watchmaking company certified to produce altimeter chronographs. In the early 1950s, the French Ministry of Defense developed a set of specifications for a chronograph watch intended for its Air Force. The government asked watchmakers to come up with a model that was highly resistant and flight-ready, later known as the Type 20. These watches were mainly delivered to the French Air Force and provided to its pilots as part of their equipment, remaining the property of the French government. By the end of the 1950s and 1960s, civilians began to show increasing interest in acquiring functional chronographs. French watchmakers started producing the same design and specifications without the military stamp on the case back. After several generations, they are now collected not only by military personnel but also by private pilots and chronograph enthusiasts.

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Cofrefor Limited Edition Watch – Astérix in Switzerland 55th Anniversary | Designed by Seconde/Seconde/ Celebrate 55 years of Astérix in Switzerland with the Cofrefor Limited Edition, a playful yet masterfully crafted timepiece designed by Romaric André of Seconde/Seconde/ in collaboration with Chronofixe. This Swiss Made watch brings a comic book icon to life—Astérix himself appears mid-heist, ear to the dial, fingers decoding the bezel like a Swiss vault. Every detail of the Cofrefor tells a story. The bi-directional bezel echoes a combination lock, while the vault-handle-shaped crown completes the safe-cracking fantasy. The engraved caseback reads: “Aussi hermétique qu’un coffre helvétique” – as sealed as a Swiss vault. Underneath the playful design lies serious craftsmanship. Powered by the trusted Sellita SW200 automatic movement, this mechanical watch requires no battery—just the motion of the wrist. Durable, dependable, and distinctly Swiss, it offers precision timekeeping with a touch of irony. Crafted with a 37mm stainless steel case and a brushed steel bracelet, the Cofrefor exudes understated strength. Clean lines and brushed surfaces echo the robust aesthetic of a high-security safe—an homage to Swiss banking secrecy and mechanical precision. Whether you’re a watch enthusiast, a comic book lover, or a collector of limited editions, the Cofrefor is a bold fusion of pop culture and horology. This is Seconde/Seconde/ at their ironic best—turning dials into scenes, watches into stories. Key Features: Limited Edition – Celebrating Astérix in Switzerland’s 55th anniversary Designed by Seconde/Seconde/ – Romaric André’s second Astérix collaboration Swiss Made – Crafted with precision and durability Sellita SW200 Automatic Movement – Reliable, battery-free operation 37mm Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet – Inspired by Swiss vaults Custom Dial & Caseback Engraving – Comic-style storytelling in every detail Vault-Handle Crown & Bezel – Themed design elements with a twist Strictly limited – once it’s gone, it’s locked away forever.ETA: December 2025 onwards Technical Specifications Case size: 37mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: 316L stainless steel with Asterix engraving Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: Sellita SW200 Power reserve: Approx 41hrs Dial: Matte black dial with lumed hands and lumed Roman numerals and indices; bidirectional bezel; date window at 3 o'clock with Roman numerals Glass: Sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 20ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel Buckle: Stainless steel tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

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