Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot

Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot In order to shoot the documentary " Galapagos of the Dragon " (The Dragons of Galapagos), Jacques - Yves Cousteau the famous pioneer foot marine research expedition in 1971 , driving research vessel to sail the Pacific remote Galapagos Islands. He not only captures the Galapagos marine iguanas thrilling underwater camera, but also a close look to their habits . Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition that is the IWC Schaffhausen To commemorate this fruitful research trip specially launched . Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot Calypso number (Calypso) wind and waves in the Pacific Ocean . Oceanographer Jacques - Yves Cousteau ( 1910-1997 ) reclining on the railing , always leave the body 's red hat overshadowed his forehead , attentively watching the opposite coast. On the black volcanic rock, Galapagos marine iguanas lazily basking in the sun , as the seabed after feeding algae absorb heat. Prior to this, has never been systematically observed in underwater over their every move. Opened in 1971 on the pages of history , when humans on marine scientific investigation speedmaster has just begun . Cousteau dive explorer who is also active environmentalist and the identity of the award-winning underwater filmmaker , already a legend. In order to shoot the TV documentary " Jacques Cousteau Ocean World " (The Undersea World of Jacques Cousteau), he and like-minded embark on adventures , marching to the remote Galapagos Islands , to study these living fossils existence. Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot Marine iguanas can dive to 15 meters under the sea 30 minutes of swimming ability to stay deeply attracted the Cousteau diving pioneer . " These members of our Calypso number on the reason for the interest in marine iguanas , there are special reasons ," Cousteau revealed road in his film " Galapagos of the Dragon" , and " because we are always looking to improve the ability of people to dive a variety of new possibilities . " as a member of the first aircraft invented submersible , the engineer for the popularity of technical diving fans made ​​a great contribution. IWC IWC in the mid-1960s eyeing the growing diver watch market , and in 1967 created a sensational first waterproof up to 200 meters deep marine chronometer - which may ultimately be attributed to Cousteau . Schaffhausen watch factory and Jacques - Yves Cousteau , as not only has the technology pioneer spirit, the pursuit of perfection , but also committed to a healthy, vibrant environment. Therefore, the brand has launched six special edition watch to pay tribute to the visionary " marine guardian ." 2014 was the year when taking into account the IWC ocean. Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " Special Edition ( Model IW376805) reminiscent of the Galapagos Islands Calypso was heading for the great research trip. Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot IWC's new special edition watch , " Cousteau " features visible at a glance : with rotating inner ring and a navy blue dial "9 o'clock" position coral small seconds chronograph disc is a tribute to Cousteau , cleverly embraced his lifelong passion for coral reefs . While stainless steel timepiece case and ocean chronograph timepiece constructed the same, and has all the characteristics suitable for adventure divers watch. Innovative R & D and external rotating bezel equipped with the IWC safe diving system (SafeDive system), to avoid inadvertently misadjusted dive time, thereby enhancing the usefulness of this diver watch , waterproof performance from 12 to 30 bar high Bhatti . Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot Timing functions can achieve up to 12 hours of segmentation and accumulated timing , underwater timing is also evident. This makes the watch fully capable of diving important role as a backup system , such as is used to measure decompression time . Super-LumiNova ® * luminous coating ensures that even in the seamaster 300 m chronometer dark or under conditions of poor vision in the water can be clearly read. In order to avoid any form of misunderstanding , the corresponding pointer and the time scale shows two colors : green is used to display information about diving , blue hours . Ocean Chronograph Timepiece "Jacques - Yves Cousteau expedition " special edition real shot Small second hand was red coral in the dark , they can speedmaster always be used to detect whether the watch is working properly. Watch also has a date and day display . Table at the end of the engraved reproduction of being called " captain " Jacques - Yves Cousteau 's face , nature is ultimately his iconic top hat sheep . The watch with a black rubber strap , along with easy swap IWC's new bracelet quick-change system , staying at home can be achieved rubber strap with stainless steel bracelet ( optional ) between .