Following the success of the first Capeland Shelby® Cobra timepieces launched in 2015, Baume & Mercier expands its collection of limited-edition chronograph watches inspired by the Shelby Cobra race cars. The newest models, introduced at SIHH 2016, are inspired by one of the most successful Cobras in history, built to conquer the 1963 12 Hours of Sebring race. Competing as number 15, this Cobra made Carroll Shelby's dreams of glory.
A glance at the face will reveal a layout modelled after the Cobra’s historic dashboard, with asymmetrical chronograph counters. The deep black dial and the transparent twin horizontal racing stripes pay further homage to this special Cobra, as do hands that mirror the Cobra’s steering wheel. Completing the design is the Cobra logo itself, forged into the seconds hand of the chronograph as a symbol of the timeless pursuit of speed. Finally, the tachymeter function – highly useful in determining speeds during a race – encircles and highlights all of these attributes.
These two new references are both limited to 1963 pieces and equipped with a self-winding Valjoux 7753 chronograph movement.
The Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby® Cobra Limited Edition comes in two versions, each with a 44-mm-diameter case. The Capeland Shelby® Cobra 1963 is in stainless steel with satin-brushed and polished finishing and comes on a black alligator strap, while the Capeland Shelby® Cobra 1963 Competition has black ADLC coating on the steel case attached to a strap made of black, vulcanized rubber. It is this latest reference that we are offering this month on worldtempus.com !
All you need to do to be in with a chance to win this watch is answer three questions about Baume & Mercier and the Capeland Shelby® Cobra Limited Edition timepieces correctly. You can find the answers in our dedicated section on Baume & Mercier.
The winner will be drawn from all participants who have answered the questions correctly and will be notified by email.
Closing date: April 30 2016
Good luck!
