2024 Bravur Grand Tour III Black PVD Chronograph 38mm

£1,495.00
£1,495.00
A 2024 Bravur Grand Tour III “La Corsa Rosa” Black PVD Chronograph, a wonderfully distinctive Swedish independent watch celebrating the legendary Giro d’Italia cycling race. Hand-built in Båstad, Sweden, its compact 38mm black PVD-coated case frames a striking slate grey sandwich dial, featuring vibrant pink accents inspired by the race leader’s jersey and colourful chronograph registers referencing the various race classifications. Clever details, including the upside-down “13” on the minute counter, pay tribute to cycling traditions, while the Swiss Sellita SW511 automatic chronograph movement offers an impressive 62-hour power reserve and beautifully customised finishing. Complete with its original rubber racing strap, presentation packaging, branded drinks bottle and paperwork, this is a fantastic fusion of independent watchmaking, thoughtful design and genuine cycling heritage.

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Here's a unique, cycling-inspired piece: the 2024 Bravur Grand Tour III Black PVD Chronograph 38mm "GT La Corsa Rosa III". Hand-built in Båstad, Sweden, this distinctive model pays a playful yet sophisticated homage to the Giro d’Italia, the legendary first Grand Tour race of the cycling season. The 38mm matte black PVD-coated 316L stainless steel case curves beautifully over the wrist with short, elegantly tapered lugs. The smooth, stealthy black execution delivers a modern, high-speed endurance aesthetic, with a compact lug-to-lug length of 46mm and a case thickness of 14.5mm. On the right side sits the tactile crown flanked by matching black PVD chronograph pushers. The thin fixed bezel securely seals a retro-inspired, deeply domed sapphire crystal treated with an anti-reflective coating on the inside for perfect legibility. Beneath the glass is a striking slate grey sandwich dial that masterfully incorporates cycling culture into its finest details. Recessed hour indices pop with fluorescent pink Super-LumiNova, matching the central sweeping chronograph seconds hand as a direct nod to the Giro's iconic leader’s jersey. The tri-compax subdial layout displays running seconds at 9 o'clock and a 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock. The 15-minute totalizer at 3 o'clock is divided into vibrant pink, blue, and purple arcs, referencing the race’s primary classification jerseys, and features a deliberately upside-down number "13" following a historic peloton tradition to ward off bad luck. A crisp printed "Grand Tour" motif rests gracefully below the brand name. On the reverse, a black PVD steel ring engraved with a finish line pattern frames a sapphire display case back. The movement inside is a premium Swiss automatic Sellita Cal. SW511 (specifically the SW511b), a robust 27-jewel cam-operated chronograph calibre beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour. It features a custom "Grand Tour" rotor, heat-blued screws, rhodium plating, hacking seconds, and a generous 62-hour power reserve. It comes paired with its 18mm black FKM rubber racing strap and a signed black PVD pin buckle. The watch is sold with its original Bravur presentation packaging, unused branded drink bottle, and paperwork.

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The watch is sold with its Bravur leather travel case, unused branded drinks bottle and paperwork. It comes paired with its 18mm black FKM rubber racing strap and a signed black PVD pin buckle. The watch is from March 2024 and is sold in worn but fantastic condition, as you can see. The watch comes with our 12-Months Warranty.

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For me, this Bravur is all about the design. There are so many clever little details inspired by the world of cycling, from the vibrant pink accents to the colourful chronograph registers and that wonderfully quirky upside-down 13. It's clear that a lot of thought has gone into every element. But don't let the playful design fool you, because underneath it all is a seriously solid piece of kit. The Swiss Sellita automatic chronograph movement is a fantastic choice, offering reliability and an impressive 62-hour power reserve. And perhaps best of all, it wears brilliantly! The 38mm case and compact proportions make it surprisingly comfortable on the wrist, proving that you can have a bold, characterful chronograph without needing an enormous case to achieve it. Add this brilliant watch to your collection today!

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Reference : GT La Corsa Rosa III
Movement : Automatic Sellita Cal. SW511
Age : March 2024
Year : 2024
Case Size : 38mm
Case Thickness : 14.5mm
Lug to Lug : 46mm
Lugs : 18mm
Condition : Pre-Owned
Box and Papers : Box & Papers
Case Material : Black PVD
Warranty : 12-Months Warranty
The wrist model's wrist size is 7inch

About Bravur
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Bravur, a distinguished watch brand, was established in 2011 by two passionate friends, Johan Sahlin and Magnus Äppelryd. Their journey began on the cycling trails of southern Sweden, where their shared love for racing bicycles sparked a friendship that would lead to the creation of a unique watchmaking venture. Each Bravur timepiece is meticulously hand-built in a quaint workshop located in the picturesque town of Båstad, Sweden, where skilled artisans combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design. The brand has garnered attention not only for its exquisite craftsmanship but also for its association with notable figures. One such ambassador is Kevin Geniets, an Olympic cyclist from Luxembourg, who embodies the spirit of Bravur through his dedication to excellence in sport. With a commitment to both precision and style, Bravur continues to make its mark in the world of horology.

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Here's a unique, cycling-inspired piece: the 2024 Bravur Grand Tour III Black PVD Chronograph 38mm "GT La Corsa Rosa III". Hand-built in Båstad, Sweden, this distinctive model pays a playful yet sophisticated homage to the Giro d’Italia, the legendary first Grand Tour race of the cycling season. The 38mm matte black PVD-coated 316L stainless steel case curves beautifully over the wrist with short, elegantly tapered lugs. The smooth, stealthy black execution delivers a modern, high-speed endurance aesthetic, with a compact lug-to-lug length of 46mm and a case thickness of 14.5mm. On the right side sits the tactile crown flanked by matching black PVD chronograph pushers. The thin fixed bezel securely seals a retro-inspired, deeply domed sapphire crystal treated with an anti-reflective coating on the inside for perfect legibility. Beneath the glass is a striking slate grey sandwich dial that masterfully incorporates cycling culture into its finest details. Recessed hour indices pop with fluorescent pink Super-LumiNova, matching the central sweeping chronograph seconds hand as a direct nod to the Giro's iconic leader’s jersey. The tri-compax subdial layout displays running seconds at 9 o'clock and a 12-hour counter at 6 o'clock. The 15-minute totalizer at 3 o'clock is divided into vibrant pink, blue, and purple arcs, referencing the race’s primary classification jerseys, and features a deliberately upside-down number "13" following a historic peloton tradition to ward off bad luck. A crisp printed "Grand Tour" motif rests gracefully below the brand name. On the reverse, a black PVD steel ring engraved with a finish line pattern frames a sapphire display case back. The movement inside is a premium Swiss automatic Sellita Cal. SW511 (specifically the SW511b), a robust 27-jewel cam-operated chronograph calibre beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour. It features a custom "Grand Tour" rotor, heat-blued screws, rhodium plating, hacking seconds, and a generous 62-hour power reserve. It comes paired with its 18mm black FKM rubber racing strap and a signed black PVD pin buckle. The watch is sold with its original Bravur presentation packaging, unused branded drink bottle, and paperwork.

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