Wyler Geneve’s involvement in sports and automotive events is no mystery to anyone, as the company has had major collaborations with renowned car brands over the years. The declared purpose of the Wyler Geneve brand of watches is that of creating outstanding timepieces, which defy the clichés exposed nowadays on the watch manufacturing market. Being famous for its pioneering anti-shock technologies, it seems that Wyler Geneve’s major concern is to create reliable timepieces that would serve as examples for the future watch generations.

         The newest project for Wyler Geneve is the brand’s implication in the 2009 Dakar rally, where the famous watch company has offered to provide the timekeeping equipment. Also, to show its appreciation towards the event, Wyler Geneve has come up with a luxurious timepiece to be the image of the 2009 Dakar Rally; a beautiful wristwatch produced in a limited edition of 182 pieces. The number of the timepieces included in this collection was not chosen randomly, it actually means something for the rally fans all over the world. The number 182 represents the number of competitors engaged in the first Dakar rally 30 years ago and it’s Wyler Geneve way of celebrating that glorious event.

         The chronograph watch especially designed for the rally is made of tantalum, a very rare material which has become more and more appealing for the watch manufacturing designers. Following its reputation for being one of the best developers of anti-shock mechanisms, the brand of Wyler Geneve continues to show its talent through the new timepiece presented at this event. The official Dakar Rally watch uses an anti-shock mechanism, sealing the movement in titanium. Although the movement is secured with the help of items made of titanium, the case is made of tantalum and the manufacturing of the case was not simple to perform, as this material is very difficult to process.

         The screws, crown and the chronograph pushers are all coated in diamond like carbon, adding a glimmering touch to the design of this Wyler Geneve Dakar 2009 rally watch. The black dial features applied Arabic numerals, the brand’s logo and also the chronograph counters. Both the case top and the case back are made of transparent sapphire crystal, and as an element of distinction, the case back bears a laser-made inscription reading “Official Watch of Dakar Rally”.

         Referring to its mechanism, we can say that this Wyler Geneve Dakar 2009 watch chronograph provides a 42 hours power reserve, not to mention its unbelievable shock absorption resistance.

         The strap is made of black rubber, assuring the sporty and competitive design of the watch. By celebrating this automotive event, Wyler Geneve has, on the one hand, brought its contribution to the world of automotive competition and, on the other hand, created a remarkable timepiece to serve as example for the future wristwatch creations.

Wyler Geneve Dakar 2009 Chronograph Watch Pictures Gallery