Opting for the vigour of black, the ww.tc Shadow¡¯s dynamism makes it a hit with technical novelties enthusiasts: its case is made from black ceramic, while the Girard-Perregaux designed mechanism features the original combination of a fly-back chronograph with the world times display.

The ww.tc Shadow¡¯s imposing 43 mm black ceramic case is the fruit of a long and meticulous manufacturing process. Its perfectly homogeneous texture gives it some appealing assets: extreme hardness (1500 Vickers, much higher than steel, at 600 Vickers) i.e. good wear resistance, while also being particularly light and wearable. Indeed, ceramic is considerably lighter than steel, and barely heavier than titanium, while also being completely biocompatible and hypoallergenic. Like the watchmaking professionals, the electronics and aeronautics industries in particular have also taken full advantage of it.

Only the best specialists can craft the ww.tc Shadow¡¯s case. Ceramic powder, consisting of over 90 % zirconium oxide, is first mixed with a polymer to give it the characteristics required for injection moulding of the middle. This moulding is followed by several stages, including firing in a furnace heated to over 1500¡ãC, to eliminate any porosity in the ceramic and obtain its hardness. These actions are performed with great precautions and infinite patience, since the material is highly delicate to handle prior to its final version. The machining operations, used in particular for opening up the positions for the push-buttons and crowns, are performed just as painstakingly using diamond tools, the only kind that can work ceramic. Attesting to the care taken with every detail, the case has a meticulous satin-finish to eliminate any flaw and accentuate its shadowy look. Its architecture is superbly structured by graded shadows. The sophistication of this structure is boosted via the use of an internal titanium container and special screws for securing the case-back, with these screws also used for structural assembly of racing car engines. Rubber coated crowns and push-buttons and shortened lugs supplement its sporty and easy-wearing characteristics.

True to the Brand¡¯s principles, the ww.tc Shadow also stands out for its mechanism. Designed especially for this model, the Girard-Perregaux self-winding movement GP03387 simultaneously displays the date, the small seconds, the time in twenty-four different time zones, and a fly-back chronograph. These various functions stand out clearly against the black dial: the chronograph seconds hand is easily distinguished by its red colour, while the divisions of the three counters opt for white. A world times day/night indicator, a date at 1.30, luminescent hands and hour numerals help readability. The ww.tc Shadow¡¯s unique style also extends to the back of the watch, which houses a tinted sapphire glass showing off the mechanism.

Technical specifications

Case
Black ceramic case with rubber coated crowns and push-buttons
Internal titanium container
Diameter: 43 mm
Sapphire crystal
Tinted sapphire case-back secured by 6 screws
Water resistance: 30 metres

Movement
Girard-Perregaux self-winding mechanical movement GP03387
Calibre: 13 ¡¯¡¯¡¯
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations/hour (4 Hz)
Jewels: 63
Power reserve: minimum 46 hours

Functions
Hour, minute, small seconds, date, fly-back chronograph, world times with day/night indicator