Alpina debuts Alpiner Extreme Skeleton Automatic

Alpina presented the Alpiner Extreme Skeleton Automatic, a timepiece that only an openworked dial along with a reduced 39mm case. Price from €2,395

Alpina takes a bold step forward with a new addition to its Alpiner Extreme collection. The Swiss brand has introduced the Alpiner Extreme Skeleton Automatic, a timepiece that not only features an openworked dial but also debuts in a more compact case size.

Housed in a reduced 39 mm x 40.5 mm stainless steel case (down from 41 mm x 42.5 mm), the new model is available in two striking versions: one with a matching steel case and bracelet, and another featuring a rubber strap, crown, and flange in a deep blue tone.

The cushion-shaped case, with its robust round bezel secured by six screws whose head is shaped like the Alpina triangle, showcases dynamic lines accentuated by satin-brushed surfaces and polished edges. The thickness, sapphire crystal included, is 11.50 mm.

Through the skeletonized dial, key components of the automatic movement come into view, including the mainspring barrel, wheel train, and the escapement at the 12 o'clock position. 

The transparent design is further enhanced by a sapphire crystal caseback, allowing light to flood through the mechanism.

The first version of the new Alpiner Extreme Skeleton Automatic watch is a monochrome variant with shades of grey adorning the flange and minute track, right down to the grip on the screw-down crown, designed for easy handling. 

Accompanying this model is an all-new steel bracelet developed exclusively for the Alpiner Extreme and featuring an oversized central link. Much like the case, this bracelet features alternating polished and satin-finished surfaces. 

The second model is characterised by the navy-blue colour used for the flange, minute track, crown and textured rubber strap fastened with a secure folding clasp. 

In both models, the hour and minute hands, along with the applied hour markers, are filled with Super-LumiNova for enhanced readability in low-light conditions.

The seconds hand features Alpina's signature red triangle at the end. 

Operating at a frequency of 4 Hz (28,800 vibrations per hour) and offering a 38-hour power reserve, the AL-520 Skeleton calibre and its black oscillating weight are showcased through the sapphire crystal case back.

Water resistant to 200 metres / 660 feet, the Alpina Alpiner Extreme Skeleton Automatic with steel bracelet (ref. AL-520GSKT3AE6B) has a suggested retail price of €2,695, while the blue variation with rubber strap (ref. AL-520NSKT3AE6) retails at €2,395. alpinawatches.com