Alpina Startimer Pilot Black Watch AL-525BBG4S26

The Watch

Swiss watchmaker Alpina introduces a new timepiece within its Startimer Pilot Automatic collection. Sporting a sporty yet elegant aesthetic, this watch features a round two-part case crafted in brushed and polished stainless steel. With a diameter of 41 mm and a thickness of 11.5 mm, its proportions are ideal for men's wrists. The case includes a screw-down crown at 3 o'clock for setting the hands and date, along with a design bezel featuring black time markers. A scratch-resistant convex sapphire crystal sits above and protects the dial, enhanced with an anti-reflective coating for optimal legibility. The screw-down case back ensures water resistance to 10 ATM.

The Dial

Boasting a sublime matte finish and beige Arabic numeral indices with luminescent treatment, this dial delivers incomparable elegance. Round in shape, the Alpina logo sits at the 12 o'clock index position. Around the perimeter, a beige seconds graduation ring contrasts against the black dial for added precision. Check the day's date at a glance via the rectangular date window at 6 o'clock. Two hands and a seconds hand in silver steel sweep in perfect harmony to indicate hours, minutes, and seconds. Beautifully hand-polished and filled with beige luminescent treatment, the hands are complemented by a seconds hand adorned with an elegant red triangle - a true signature of the brand.

The Movement

At the heart of this timepiece beats an automatic movement by Alpina - a Swiss-made caliber AL-525 offering exceptional precision in displaying hours and date. Featuring 26 jewels and a beat rate of 28,800 vibrations per hour, this Swiss-made movement delivers a 38-hour power reserve.

The Strap

The strap paired with this timepiece is a premium black calfskin leather strap, elevated by ecru stitching for a sporty edge. Comfortable to wear, it features a grey pin buckle that matches the case tone perfectly, keeping your watch securely on your wrist.

Water Resistance

This model offers water resistance to 10 atmospheres (100 meters). Truly water-resistant, it's ready to splash into life alongside you. From puddles to the pool, this timepiece handles water without breaking a sweat. Showers, baths, and recreational swimming are all fair game. That said, our Ocarat watch experts note that this model is not suited for diving (recreational or professional) and is sensitive to high-pressure cleaning equipment. We also recommend keeping the crown and pushers secured during immersion.