The Birth of an Idea
Adrian travels to Zell am See to explore F. A. Porsche’s function‑first mindset and how it shaped the Chronograph 1.
The watch: Chronograph 1. The wrist: Orlando Bloom.
The world’s first matte black chronograph.
The Chronograph 1 – All Black Numbered Edition stays true to the heritage of the original 1972 model designed by Prof. Ferdinand Alexander Porsche. Made in Switzerland, the watch inspires those like Orlando Bloom, that share his two great passions: Automotive engineering and timekeeping.
“I’ve always had a deep appreciation for products crafted with excellence.”
Orlando Bloom for Porsche Design
An Icon since 1972. Re-born with the latest technology.
Case
Matt black case made from ultra-light and durable titanium with a scratch-resistant titanium carbide finishCase back
On the back, the sapphire crystal case back reveals the Porsche Design Icon winding rotorCaliber
COSC-certified Porsche Design caliber WERK 01.240 with flyback functionDial
Matt black dial for optimum readability, high-quality hands and indices coated with Super-LumiNova® and the historic Porsche Design iconGlass
The 7x anti-reflective sapphire crystal with hard coating on both sides ensures optimum readability.
The art of watchmaking made the Porsche way.
Handcrafted in our own manufactory in Grenchen, Switzerland Porsche Design caliber WERK 01.140 COSC certified Power reserve: 48 hours Half oscillations: 28,800 per hour [4 Hz] Jewels: 25
See the engine in motion.
On the back, the sapphire crystal case back provides a view of the mechanical movement and the Porsche Design icon winding rotor. The consecutive numbering is also laser-engraved on the titanium base.
Pure Craftsmanship.
Discover the Chronograph 1 – All Titanium Numbered Edition. Uncoated and designed purely for function, this timepiece reinterprets the Chronograph 1 in natural titanium. Minimalist, clear, and distinctive—a new chapter in the Chronograph 1 line.
An eye for detail. A heart for authenticity. Orlando Bloom teams up with Porsche Design.
Where does true fandom start? For Orlando, it was back when he was 17 and discovered a pair of second-hand Carrera sun-glasses. His appreciation has since grown into a private Porsche collection. From the ‘black and tan’ 1973 911s he found early in his career and still drives to this day, to his Chronograph 1 – All Black Numbered Edition.
The watch that has become his go-to. A creative soul with an eye for design, Orlando Bloom has a deep appreciation for the design language first created by F. A. Porsche.
“As a watch lover, I look at this watch and I just say ‘yes’.”
Designed by Prof. F. A. Porsche. Loved by Orlando Bloom.
Based on shared values of authenticity and dedication, this partnership reflects not only a deep understanding of heritage but a well-cultivated passion for expertly manufactured icons: “For me, Porsche Design embodies just that: timeless design and the highest quality.”
The Chronograph 1 – All Black Numbered Edition in detail
A three-part series with Adrian Barker explores the mindset of Professor Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, Porsche Design Timepieces, and the Chronograph 1 – from the origins of the design studio to motorsport history and the thoughtful use of modern materials.
The Story of Ferdinand Alexander Porsche.
The Icon and the Myth
How the 911 instrument logic became a watch and why the Chronograph 1, shaped by motorsport and pure function, ultimately became an icon.
A Design Legacy
Adrian returns to Zell am See to explore materials, craft, and modern manufacturing, showing how the Chronograph 1 evolves without losing its purpose.
Discover Porsche Design Timepieces.
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Porsche Design Timepieces – Our concept and heritage.
