Artisans de Genève
The Zinal Challenge
Movement:
Manual
Size:
40mm
Dial:
Transparent Sapphire Dial
Bracelet Material:
Rubber
Case Material:
Stainless Steel
Year:
2022
Condition:
Brand New
Inclusion:
Box, Papers, and Extra Steel Strap
Paying homage to one of Switzerland’s highest peaks, the Zinal Glacier, the master watchmakers at Artisans de Genève took a Rolex Daytona Ref. 116520 and completely reworked it to reflect the landscape’s ice-laden, monochrome look. Featuring a skeletonized movement enhanced with a 72-hour power reserve, and both its bezel and dial made out of sapphire glass.
Founded in 2005, Artisans de Genève are considered by many to be the pinnacle of bespoke watch making. Based in Geneva, Artisans de Genève have done high-end modifications on several luxury brands such as Rolex and Patek Philippe, and have introduced a variety of special unique pieces based on iconic vintage watches including the Tribute Challenge based on a Rolex Daytona Ref. 6240, and various iterations of the Rolex Daytona Ref. 116520. The workshop has since produced a series of special watch collaborations with important personalities from the world of sports, music and film including the likes of Juan Pablo Montoya, Lenny Kravitz and Spike Lee among others.
