Le Mans | The Racing Chrono
Inspired by 1970's race cars and their renegade drivers. Classy, yet badass. Packed with ridiculous value. Say 'no' to boring.
Inspired by 1970's race cars and their renegade drivers. Classy, yet badass. Packed with ridiculous value. Say 'no' to boring.
Racing Inspiration
The Le Mans is inspired by motorsports and racing chronograph watches from the 1970's. Remember 'Le Mans' with Steve McQueen? That's the movie that ignited this project.
Iconic Bi-Compax Chronograph
A 60-minute counter, sweeping seconds, applied indices, recessed subdials, piano black dial, and a matching-color date wheel are some of distinguishing elements of the Le Mans.
Styled after vintage racing watches, the Le Mans brings back the iconic bi-compax look in an up-to-date package.
Legendary Caseback
The most recognized racing wheel face in the world: the BBS™ with central lock. Here, as fitted on the Porsche 935, winner of the 1979 24h of Le Mans.
Italian Leather Racing Strap
We created the perfect wearing experience by using the finest Italian calf leather. The iconic racing strap, with the 3 large holes tapering down in diameter towards the buckle, is hand-crafted by some of the best leather artisans.
This highest quality leather will age beautifully and the patina it will develop over time will give it a unique character.
A Dependable Workhorse
The Miyota Calibre 6S21 powering the Le Mans is precise, accurate, and provides worry-free ultra-low maintenance. Get all the data you need at a glance with time, date, and chrono function. The firm and satsifying pusher clicks inspires confidence.
Spec Sheet
Case
Diameter
42 mm
Lug-to-Lug Length
48 mm
Thickness
11.5 mm
Material
316L Stainless Steel
Crown
6 mm, with logo engraved
Crystal
Scratch-resistant sapphire, with anti-reflective coating
Caseback
Screw-down - solid
Caseback Material
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
100 m / 10 ATM / 330 ft
Warranty
12-month, transferable, international
Movement
Type
Bi-compax chronograph
Function
Center hours and minutes. Small seconds. Date. 60-Minute chronograph with smooth-sweeping central seconds.
Calibre
Miyota 6S21
Precision
+/- 0.67 sec / day
Battery Life
3 Years
Dial & Strap
Dial
Piano Black, w/ hand-applied hour markers
Luminescence
Hour markers and hands
Strap
20 mm, black calf skin leather racing strap
Buckle
18 mm, color-matched, with logo engraved
Our Mission
Helgray was founded on the belief that classic style shouldn't be restricted to impractical and expensive old watches.
Inspired by vintage timepieces, our watches are powered by the best Swiss and Japan movements. In doing so, each one of our products is affordable, accurate, and virtually maintenance-free.
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"Beautiful watch, as soon as I opened up my box I was stunned! Looks even better in person."
– Niel, Helgray Le Mans