CREPAS PROFESSIONEL 1200M iconic 80s Swiss Made Diver Watch Is Live

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CREPAS PROFESSIONEL 1200M iconic 80s Swiss Made Diver Watch

Extreme diver watch with automatic Swiss movement, sapphire glass, 316L stainless steel, ceramic bezel and solid bracelet


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CREPAS WATCHES is proud to launch the seventh CREPAS model on Kickstarter, a product which combines PROFESSIONEL’ characteristic design, marked by refined and vigorous features. The timepiece retains the brand’s most distinctive peculiarities, introducing remarkable additional elements such as ceramic inlay bezel, sapphire lens, automatic helium valve and solid 316L stainless steel.
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CREPAS WATCHES designs and manufactures technical diving watches for extreme divers since twelve years ago. All the designs are inspired by old models that are currently unattainable for most collectors, due to their scarcity or very high prices. Our clients are watch collectors, amateur and professional divers, members of watch forums and private watch groups. This is the seventh time we offer a CREPAS design opens to a collective like Kickstater after the success of the Plongeur, Engelsfisch, Megamatic, Sea Project, Magnum Opus and Batiscafo models.
CREPAS WATCHES markets its designs directly to the final client, without intermediaries. Kickstarter is perfect for us to continue maintaining contact with the customer.
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All watches will be assembled and tested in Switzerland. The assembly in Switzerland consists of preinspection of each component of the watch, assembly, running test and control of watertightness.
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Our main priority is making our most demanding customers proud of wearing a CREPAS PROFESSIONEL timepiece, knowing it is extremely robust and well builded. That’s why we only use the finest components and available materials.
• LUG TO LUG: 47,50mm.
• BEZEL: Ø 40,00mm.
• THICKNESS: 13,80mm.
• MOVEMENTS: Swiss Ronda R150 or ETA 2824-2. Automatic (self-winding)
• CRYSTAL: Antireflective flat glass. Ø 30,00mm. 3,70mm thickness.
• HANDS: Classic diving hands with Swiss Superluminova Old Radium.
• LUME: Swiss Superluminova Old Radium
• BEZEL: Unidirectional rotatable 120 positions with ceramic sapphire insert. 60 minutes counter.
• WR: 120ATM = 1200m
• Bracelet: Solid stainless steel bracelet with 16mm clasp.
• CROWN: Signed screw down crown. Ø 6,50 mm
• CASE BACK COVER: Screw down case back cover.
• FINISHED: Brushed and polished stainless steel.
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There are two movements available to choose: Ronda R150 and ETA 2824-2
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This movement has excellent references and a optimal mechanism.
Ronda ensures a supply of movements and spare parts.
In Ronda's words:
"The Mechanicals product range heralds the return of the Ronda Brand’s mechanical watch movements. The recently launched automatic movement R150 operates with a winding mechanism on both sides by means of a ball bearing. – “Ronda Mecano”, available exclusively as a Swiss Made line, is intended for premium timepieces"
www.ronda.ch
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Brand: RONDA (SWISS MADE)
Reference: R150
Movement: Automatic.
Mechanical Display: Analog
Diameter: 25,60mm
Jewels: 25
Reserve: 40 hours
Frequency: 28,800 bph (4Hz)
Anti-shock protecticon: Incabloc
Mainspring: Nivaflex
Rotor winding direction: bi-directional
Hacking? Yes
Hand-windable? Yes
Date: Date
Hands: Hours, Minutes, Seconds
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The ETA caliber 2824-2 is perhaps one of the most well-known and most recognized movements in the watch industry. It has been in production since 1982 and was based off the original Eterna caliber 1427. The “-2” designation indicates the generation. The 2824 is considered to be a “workhorse” movement by many watch enthusiasts. Most of the notorious Swiss watch companies use it or have used it. Among the advantages of this caliber is that the 2824-2 is a movement that any watchmaker could repair, its proven quality and durability and the accessibility to spare parts. We will use the standard grade.
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Brand: ETA SA (SWISS MADE)
Reference: 2824-2
Movement: Automatic.
Mechanical Display: Analog
Diameter: 25,60mm
Jewels: 25
Reserve: 38 hours
Frequency: 28,800 bph (4Hz)
Anti-shock protecticon: Incabloc
Mainspring: Nivaflex
Rotor winding direction: bi-directional
Hacking? Yes
Hand-windable? Yes
Date: Date
Hands: Hours, Minutes, Seconds
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The PROFESSIONEL model uses a 28,00mm diameter dial. There are three colors available: black, white and orange.
We use Superluminova Old Radium as it is the most vintage look and has a perfect tonality.
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The minute and hour hands are a classic diving design. These hands give to the set a strong character.
As with the dial, the Superluminova used is the Old Radium.
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The PROFESSIONEL has an inclined bezel insert made of ceramic. This inlay shows a 60 minutes scale. Pointed the triangule to the minute hands a 60 minutes lapse can be recorded.
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Flat sapphire lens with AR coated on inner side and beveled edge.
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The PROFESSIONEL uses Swiss Superluminova Old Radium on dials, hands and bezel insert. We have achieved a perfect balance between the dial, hands and bezel strength.
 
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For the bracelet we go back to a well-known vintage design: five pieces per link. Solid links. Clasp with safety push buttons and signed with CREPAS.
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We use this packaging with our CREPAS PROFESSIONEL model. This consists of a leather roll with pockets to store the spare parts. There are four pockets. It is the perfect packaging to travel around the world with the PROFESSIONEL model.
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CREPAS WATCHES sends its watches to the whole world using world-class messaging companies. Our shipments are fully insured and we use the express system.
The price of the shipment you have to pay to receive your PROFESSIONEL model is 0 euro. Take advantage of free shipping by purchasing your watch via Kickstarter
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⦁ CREPAS PROFESSIONEL watch with bracelet
⦁ Screwdriver to reduce the bracelet length
⦁ Spare spring bars
⦁ Warranty card
⦁ Cleaning cloth
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The retail price will be 719 euros for Ronda R150 movement and 869 euros for ETA 2824-2 (the VAT of the shipping country will be added to your purchase).
Take advantage of the Kickstarter promotional price. Starting at 569 euros (719 euros for ETA 2824-2)
PLEASE, NOTE AFTER THE CAMPAIGN ENDS, YOU WILL RECEIVE A SURVEY TO CHOOSE THE COLOR OF THE WATCH.
IF YOU SPONSOR ONE, TWO OR THREE WATCHES, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CHOOSE THE COLORS AS YOU PREFER.
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WHAT ABOUT STRETCH GOALS?...
We offer one stretch goal items, a classic rubber strap. ONLY FOR KICKSTARTER MEMBERS. THE STRAPS WILL NOT AVAILABLE AFTER KICKSTARTER CAMPAING.
This stretch goal is included.
It is not necessary to reach any level of sponsors.
Take advantage of this opportunity to get the strap for free just by sponsoring this project on Kickstarter.
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Do you want an extra dial, strap or bracelet?
No problem, complete your reward with the accessories you want. After the completion of the project we will ask you the color of the dials and rubber straps.

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We need your help and support. Please, share this project with your friends on Kickstarter, watch forums and watch friends on Facebook.
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1.- Do we have to add the shipping cost? No, the shipping cost is included by Express insuranced courier.
2.- Could we order the PROFESSIONEL with black, white or orange color? Yes, of course. Some weeks after the campaign ends we will contact you sending a survey in where you can choose your preferred watch color.
3.- When will be the delivery? The delivery will be next January 2023.
4.- Do you delivery worldwide? Yes, it is. We deliver worldwide.
5.- Do we have to add some other amount to the price showed? Just in case your country adds duties and taxes when we delivery the parcel to you, must to be assumed by the backer. Meanwhile, KS will charge in your account the price showed in your contribution. Nothing more.
6.- Why Kickstater? We love Kickstarter for so many reasons, here are some:
- It strengthens and builds the CREPAS WATCHES community. The campaign encourages our fans to get involved and communicate with us in an authentic and direct way. Through our first three Kickstarters, we have developed and maintained close relationships with people all over the world, to the extent that it does feel like family at times. Many of our fans have shared their personal stories with us, as we have with them, and that's what makes this experience so unique and special to us.
- It allows us to offer our watches at accessible prices. Since we have to produce a minimum order quantities required by our manufacturers, Kickstarter allows us to pre-sell our new collections, giving us the buying power, and giving our fans a significant discount in return. Kickstarter is an ideal platform for this kind of project, as it allows us to reach more backers, making us achieve quicker the MOQ. This way, in return, the price is more restrained, while the project in in the platform.
- It provides an incredible planning framework. It forces us to explain why the product needs to exist, how it's different from its competitors, create a timeline, and many other components that ensure that our production runs smoothly and efficiently. It also allows us to gauge the public's interest in a particular product, and plan for new products accordingly.
- Backers benefit from a more attractive price while they obtain rewards as the targets get overtaken.
- It's an updated version of a "launch party." It's a two-week long party! It's exhausting and filled with adrenaline, but an excellent experience. We wouldn't have it any other way.
7.- Can I request a specific Limited Edition/Serial number?
As much as we'd love to, unfortunately, we're unable to accommodate requests for specific limited edition numbers or serial numbers for the following reasons:
1. Because multiple people could ask for the same number, and we don't want to disappoint any of our fans.
2. Because fulfilling requests for Limited Edition numbers would be a logistical nightmare, trying to match every order to the correct number. As you can understand, once we're up to the fulfillment process, we want things to go as quickly as possible, so that we can get your watches out to you as fast as possible.
8.- Can you change the color of the watch you decide after we send the survey?
No, unfortunately once the campaign ends and you reply the survey we send you, the color you choose can’t be changed.
9.- Are the limited editions based on when you pledge?
No, the watches will be distributed randomly. Earliest backers get the benefit of the lowest pricing.
10.- Will there be any other stretch goals?
We launch with a watch that is high-quality from the start.
That's not our philosophy for this project. We make a product that we're proud to wear from the get-go. This project has been adjusted from the begining and our budget is very small.
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Risks and challenges​

With more than a decade of experience designing and selling watches online, we know that the only risk in not being able to deliver the watch on time is a factory delay. This happens sometimes. Our estimate delivery date is January 2023 includes this risk. One aspect unknown to us is the number of final units that this Kickstarter project will generate. If the quantity exceeds our estimate delivery could take a couple of weeks more. Although you may have already read it on Kickstarter, sponsoring a project does not mean buying an item. With your contribution you are making possible the creation and manufacture of a product. Every sponsor will receive a sample of what has been manufactured. The difference between sponsoring and buying is that you cannot ask for a refund if you do not like the product.
Learn about accountability on Kickstarter

Environmental commitments​

Visit our Environmental Resources Center to learn how Kickstarter encourages sustainable practices.

Long-lasting design​

CREPAS WATCHES designs and develops watches made to last decades. Your descendants will have the opportunity to enjoy your piece.

Reusability and recyclability​

The model PROFESSIONEL will come in a leather roll. The only things to discard will be the courier transport bag and the bubble wrap. You can deposit both materials in the plastics trash bin for recycling. The rest of the elements have been designed to preserve.

Sustainable materials​

Your PROFESSIONEL watch is eco-friendly as it does not need electric batteries. Being an automatic watch, it works by movement.
 
We are deciding which adjetive fits better in the #CREPASPROFESSIONEL because it is amazing, stunning, impressive, elegant but sporty and of course and absolutely success if you wear it!!
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What? That you would like to get yours?? Easy, because now you only have to place the order for 299 euros and pay the balance before rod delivery in January, so…Don’t doubt and run!!

*Official price with ETA 2824-2: €869 plus VAT
Promotional price until January 1, 2023 with ETA 2824-2: €719 payable when booked with €299 and the rest in December 2022.
This model will be delivered in January 2023.
was 869,00 now € 719,00€

299 Euro equals
$299.22 United States Dollar
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320 Euro equals
$320.23 United States Dollar
Nov 8, 2:38 PM UTC · Disclaimer

$619.45 total using the conversion today (11/08/2022) R150

719 Euro equals
$719.13 United States Dollar (ETA 2824-2)
Nov 8, 2:46 PM UTC · Disclaimer

https://www.crepaswatches.com/en/cr...cG3RLnken87KGXtHJloMUJDHzH5akLmVClMjqzf5G8GnA

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:wink: Thanks for posting this up, Mike.:hat:
 
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