With pride we present the Ergal version of our Italian timepiece entirely manufactured in Brianza.
Why the ergal?
Aluminum 7075 is a particular alloy derived from the corresponding material used in the aeronautic field.
In more commercial applications, it is usually used for various sectors in the field of Motorsport for example for racing bicycle frames, motorcycle parts, bolts and spacers for cars … etc. etc.
Its peculiar characteristics: it is the lightest aluminum alloy and, from the mechanical point of view, more resistant to impact, stress, weight and torsion. It is also the aluminum alloy less subject to “thermodilatation” and therefore more suitable for use in outdoor environments.
The industrial derivation of ErrediBi and our passion for the world of motors and Motorsport (to which the timepiece is inspired) have led us to mature the idea of using this material for the construction of each component of the watch (only the crown is in aisi 316).
We do not hide that the doubts were many, a Ergal M27 nut weighs just over 20g … less than half of the titanium grade 5 correspondent!
The risk of creating a case very light, but almost inconsistent on the wrist scared us a lot … I must say that instead the result went well beyond expectations and we are proud to offer it today as a spearhead of our current range of watches.
In the watchmaking field, beyond some details like bezels, there are no uses of this material for the entire case except in a very illustrious precedent (the Conquistador of Franck Müller a few years ago).
Now let’s talk about the photos, the peculiarity of the material is the possibility of anodic oxidation in virtually any color.
The peculiarity of the M27 then, that is the case in 9 pieces assembled mechanically together, allows unthinkable contrasts for watches with printed case, in fact guaranteeing a top level personalization experience.
The inner case and the rear ring have been left in raw Ergal, external case (nut) and black oxidized bezel, lugs and inner bague in glossy red.
The contrast created, which will please or turn up your noses, has been suggested by a recent Ducati naked.
The hands in this case have been changed on customer’s request.
The back case is engraved with the Customer’s specifications and watch reference.
Strap is a black suede homemade piece, with red seams on it.
I remember that the M27 has a case with a diameter of 41 mm, thickness of 12 mm.
The weight, including the strap, is only 55 g.
Motorized ETA as usual.
The lug to lug measures 53 mm, on a wrist 19 the effect is this:
Let me have your thoughts, have a nice evening.