This is the Maurice de Mauriac Zurich Chronograph Modern presented in a 42 mm x 14 mm satin-brushed finish titanium case.

We previously reviewed a 45 mm diameter black DLC (Diamond-Like Carbon) case variant here. The majority of Maurice de Mauriac timepieces come with beautiful satin-brushed cases which are – both harder to finish than a typical brushed finish and easier to scratch. Nevertheless, I highly recommend the satin finish as it looks great even with scratches.

The movement is a self-winding top grade (same as chronometer without certificate) Valjoux 7750 mechanical chronograph with circular graining on the mainplate and Geneva stripes on the bridges, rotor with Geneva stripes, 25-jewels, a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz), 42-hour power reserve, blued screws and ceramic ball bearings for faster winding.

Black dial with white luminous Arabic numerals, but instead of 12, 1, 2…the hour markers show a triangle at 12 o’clock and then 05, 10 up to 55 at 11 o’clock – a configuration that puts the focus on chronograph seconds (which use the central hand). The uncharacteristic markers create a highly distinctive dial, and the signature aesthetic that this Zurich, Switzerland-based brand is known for.

Functions include hours, minutes, small seconds date, and chronograph (12-hour subdial, 30-minute subdial, and 60-second central seconds). Flat sapphire glass with double anti-reflective treatment. Locking crown and pushers. Titanium-sapphire crystal caseback. Water-resistance 100 meters. Nato strap (solid, striped, Hermes leather), also available on leather or textile strap. The retail price is $3,500.