It’s Ducati time!!
Ducati and watchmaker Locman team up to create the 2nd Ducati timepiece collection
DUCATI have announced their latest line of designer wristwear for the hardcore Ducatisti. Made in conjunction with Italian watchmaker, Locman, to create watches that: “embody their hallmarks: competitive spirit, cutting-edge technology and a passion for design.”
There are four models, each with a different mechanism, with prices ranging from €299 to €598: the quartz Solo Tempo (Time Only), the quartz twin-gauge Chronograph (with 24-hour time and chrono minutes), the three-gauge Chronograph (with continuous watch seconds, chrono hours and chrono minutes) and the Meccanico Automatico Solo Tempo (Mechanical Self-Winding Time Only).
All models feature a circular design, as opposed to the rectangular shape of the last Ducati/Locman watches, making them look lighter and more contemporary. The case, which has a diameter of 42mm, is made of brushed 316L surgical stainless steel with polished bezel and pushbuttons. The screw-down crown features the Ducati logo and has a dual internal silicone seal to improve waterproofing. The face is claimed to take its cues from Ducati instrumentation and the racing world, although I own a Ducati and can’t see the resemblance myself!
Straps are available in soft hypoallergenic silicone or natural padded leather with high-contrast stitching.
The 2nd Ducati collection is available immediately in Italy and Japan, in Locman boutiques, in all the best jewellery stores, in selected Ducati Stores and internationally through www.locman.it
Simon (AKA Toad) has been working within the motorcycle industry for more than twelve years, and a member of the motorcyclist family since birth. Growing up around British-built single and twins, it was inevitable that a life on two wheels was on the cards, from a very early age!
