Isotope has unveiled its inaugural chronograph series, featuring a groundbreaking design element and available in two versions, the Stealth and the ‘Terra Maris’, created in collaboration with Miguel Seabra.
The Isotope Chronograph Compax Moonshot is set to make a profound impact in the watchmaking world with its revolutionary sub-dial design. This world-first feature streamlines the tricompax layout, offering enhanced readability for both timekeeping and chronograph functions. The Moonshot’s daring aesthetics are further accentuated by a unique double-domed sapphire crystal, positioning Isotope’s first chronograph as a remarkable standout among its contemporaries.
Breaking away from traditional chronograph conventions, the Moonshot delivers a fresh and innovative experience for horology enthusiasts. Each timepiece is meticulously crafted from a single block of Grade 5 Titanium using advanced CNC technology, followed by precise hand-finishing to achieve a sophisticated, dark allure.
The Moonshot draws its inspiration from the iconic intergalactic graphic novel ‘The Incal’, created by writer Alejandro Jodorowsky and artist Jean Giraud (also known as Moebius). Renowned for its pioneering visuals and complex themes, ‘The Incal’ has left an indelible mark on science fiction literature.
Powered by the reliable Swiss Landeron 73 movement, the Moonshot is a robust Automatic Compax Chronograph. Its 41mm case and 49.5mm lug-to-lug dimensions boast a distinctive shape that is anticipated to inspire future designs for years to come.
Following four years of dedicated development, the initial production batch of the Isotope Chronograph Compax Moonshot commenced in August, featuring two iterations ready for shipment in late October: the Stealth and the Terra Maris, each limited initially to 25 pieces. Both versions come equipped with a Grade 5 Titanium bracelet and an exclusive, cut-to-size FKM rubber strap.
“I have always been captivated by novels that depict dystopian worlds far removed from our reality. Our new chronograph boasts a shape and aesthetic unlike anything currently available on the market. We aimed to depart from traditional chronograph typologies, particularly the numerous vintage-inspired re-editions and interpretations that saturate the market, to create something truly unique. It took us four years of research and development to achieve the perfect balance for the sub-dial discs and optimal case proportions. The Chronograph Compax Moonshot represents Isotope’s most challenging timepiece to date; we meticulously calibrated the weight of the sub-dial discs to ensure precise rotation, providing a novel approach to time recording that we have patented.”
José Mendes Miranda, Founder, Isotope Watches
Technical Specifications:
• Case: Sandblasted Titanium Grade 5, finished and protected with Diamond-like carbon (DLC), sapphire crystal exhibition case back, four screws
• Crystal: Double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
• Dimensions: Case diameter 41mm x 15mm / 49.5mm (with lugs)
• Crown: Sandblasted Ti5 Pop-Out crown at 3 o’clock with Lacrima logo
• Dial: Embossed dial with Moondiscs over sub-dials, Turbine chapter ring with Super Luminova Grade X1
• Hands: Lacrima hands with Super-LumiNova Grade X1
• Water Resistance: 100m / 10 atm
• Bracelet: Sandblasted Titanium Grade 5, signed butterfly buckle, DLC, Quick Release, screwed links, tapered from 20mm to 18mm
• Strap: Black (Stealth) or Blue (Terra Maris) FKM, 20mm tapered to 18mm cut-to-measure Strap with Quick Release system and DLC signed butterfly buckle
• Movement: Swiss Landeron 73
• Type: Compax Chronograph
• Jewels: 28 Jewels, mechanical, automatic
• Bridge: Top Decorated
• Rotor: Signed with Isotope logo
• Functions: Small seconds at 9H, Minutes at 3H, Hours at 6H
• Power reserve: 42 hours
• Frequency: 28,800 BPH
• Price: £2,250 + taxes (approx. $3,000) until the end of 2024. Prices will rise significantly in 2025 due to increased production costs.
For more information please visit Isotope