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AKRONE C-02 HERITAGE: The premium alternative to Swiss Made

AKRONE C-02 HÉRITAGE : L’alternative premium au Swiss Made

A Made in France diver, a combination of tradition and innovation

Automatic watch enthusiasts have been waiting for it: Akrone unveils the new C-02 Héritage , a diver's watch that combines elegance, technicality and pride in Made in France . This new version marks a major step forward in French watchmaking by integrating a France Ébauches movement, a true premium alternative to Swiss Made .

The Top Grade finish movement is currently exclusive to France , Akrone being the only watchmaker to offer a complete decoration for this caliber: blued screws, decorated bridges and custom rose gold rhodium-plated weight , thus enhancing its refinement and precision.

Why choose the C-02 Heritage?

  • An exclusive France Ébauches movement, personalized and decorated especially for Akrone.
  • Optimized assembly and adjustment, guaranteeing an accuracy of -4/+6 s/d.
  • A Made in France diver, designed and assembled in France.
  • Unrivaled value for money, combining high-end materials and careful finishing.

An exceptional diver: a return to her roots

Inspired by military diving watches from the 1950s and 1960s, the C-02 Heritage is the result of more than two years of development . Its design and performance draw on the experience gained through the K-02, C-02 Compressor and first-generation C-02 collections, as well as the numerous projects carried out for French army units.

A design thought for adventure

  • Double-domed sapphire crystal: maximum resistance.
  • Sapphire insert: optimal readability.
  • 316L steel case: robustness and elegance.
  • Swiss Made Super-LumiNova on the indexes and hands for perfect reading in the dark.
  • Technical folding clasp: enhanced comfort and safety.

An exclusive version in 2025

Akrone doesn't stop there! In March 2025 , a new version of the C-02 Heritage will enrich this already iconic collection. Still a limited edition , this version will revisit the spirit of vintage divers with even more accomplished details.

Why a limited edition?

  • Exclusivity above all: each watch must remain unique.
  • Sustainable production: Akrone prioritizes excellence over quantity.
  • Uncompromising quality: every detail is meticulously crafted.

Where to discover and order the C-02 Heritage?

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