{"product_id":"u-boat-classico-titanium-8060-automatic-chronograph-c-2017-ltd-edition-of-299-pieces","title":"U-Boat Classico Titanium 8060 Automatic Chronograph - c.2017 - Ltd Edition of 299 Pieces","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eU-Boat is a relatively young name in Italian watchmaking, but its distinctive design language has made the brand instantly recognisable. Founded by Italo Fontana in 2000, U-Boat drew inspiration from watch designs originally conceived by his grandfather, Ilvo Fontana, for the Italian Navy during the 1940s.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Classico collection became central to the brand, combining oversized cases, industrial styling and U-Boat’s unmistakable left-hand crown arrangement. The large crown and protective locking system are not merely functional details – they have become part of U-Boat’s visual identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference 8060 takes that characteristically bold approach further with a lightweight titanium case and a complex transparent dial, allowing much of the mechanical architecture beneath to become part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat’s on Offer\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere we have a Ltd Edition (299) U-Boat Classico Titanium, reference 8060, dating from approximately 2017 and presented in very good pre-owned condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts substantial 45mm titanium case delivers the imposing wrist presence expected from U-Boat while keeping weight down compared with a similarly sized steel watch. The case measures approximately 52.5mm lug-to-lug and is protected by a sapphire crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black transparent skeleton dial is undoubtedly the centrepiece. Rather than concealing the mechanics beneath a conventional dial, U-Boat exposes much of the watch's construction, creating a layered, highly technical appearance. Chronograph displays, bold hands and the oversized 12 o'clock marker maintain legibility against the intricate background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the left of the case sits U-Boat's signature oversized crown and protective locking system, accompanied by the chronograph pushers. The rear offers another view of the automatic movement through the distinctive exhibition case back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside is a customised Dubois Dépraz automatic mechanical movement, with 25 jewels and an approximate 38-hour power reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe watch is fitted to a black leather strap and comes complete with its original U-Boat box and papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Watch Specialist","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57414215336311,"sku":"vws4447cs","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0139\/8092\/6009\/files\/u-boat-classico-titanium-vintage-watch-specialist-956.jpg?v=1788427502","url":"https:\/\/vintagewatchspecialist.com\/products\/u-boat-classico-titanium-8060-automatic-chronograph-c-2017-ltd-edition-of-299-pieces","provider":"Vintage Watch Specialist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}