Launched in 2002, the L.U.C Pro One was Chopard’s unusually sophisticated interpretation of the professional dive watch. Rather than abandoning the principles established by its haute horlogerie L.U.C collection, Chopard adapted them to a genuinely capable sports watch, combining a substantial stainless steel case, screw-down crown and 300 metres of water resistance with considerably more decorative detailing than was typical of contemporary divers. Its arrival also came just before the dramatic increase in case dimensions that would characterise much of the following decade.

This example is distinguished by its multi-finish dial, bringing additional depth to the Pro One’s elaborate combination of textures and strongly defined luminous indications. Particularly noteworthy is the steel bezel: rather than employing a conventional insert, its numerals and graduations are formed in relief, with polished raised elements contrasting against the recessed surface. Inside is Chopard’s automatic calibre 4.96, an in-house micro-rotor movement developed from the architecture of the early L.U.C family and adapted for sports watches with a tungsten rotor. Offering approximately 65 hours of power reserve and COSC chronometer certification, it makes the Pro One considerably more mechanically ambitious than the typical luxury diver of its period.

Watch is in overall excellent condition. The stainless steel case shows surface scratches and small nicks. There is some wear to the strap screw heads. The case back retains well-defined engravings and relief detailing. The bezel is well defined, while the polished numerals on the insert show some surface scratches. The black dial and hands are in near-mint condition. It is fitted with a black leather strap and Chopard steel pin buckle showing surface scuffs. Comes with inner and outer boxes, Certificate of Origin, booklet and hangtag.

Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.