Alpina Startimer Pilot Heritage Chronograph Watch

Inspired by an iconic 1970 Alpina design, the Startimer Pilot Heritage Chronograph features a barrel-shaped case and a two-toned look like a cloudless blue sky. Powered by Alpina’s AL-727 automatic movement, it offers a bi-compax chronograph operated by the pusher at 2 o’clock. Using the chronograph in tandem with the tachymeter bezel, you can track distance, speed, and more in a pinch. The movement itself comes from the famous producer La Joux Perret, and will sweep for 55 hours on a single charge without winding. As is standard with all Alpina timepieces, the Startimer Pilot Heritage is water resistant to 100 meters. It comes on a handsome black leather strap with a classic pin buckle.

With a name like Alpina, it only makes sense this storied watch brand took root among the Swiss mountains. Founded by Swiss alpinists in 1883, Alpina set out to create timepieces that would hold up to the rigors of extreme outdoor conditions. Given that the company made the first anti-shock, anti-magnetic, and waterproof stainless steel watches in the world—and was one of Europe’s leading watchmakers throughout the early 20th century—it’s clear it succeeded in its mission. Today, with more than 130 years’ experience under its belt, Alpina continues to innovate and deliver on its promise, boasting a proven collection of outdoor-ready timepieces in a bevy of styles.