All-Black Wyler Code-R Chronograph

The new Wyler Code-R Chronograph is, basically, the same chronograph model that we have seen before. However, the new watch is designed in complete monochrome color scheme combining brushed titanium with PVD (?) coated black steel and black SuperLuminova.

Powered by an unspecified Swiss-made automatic chronograph movement, the new model features a rather average power reserve of 42 hours and quite ordinary chronograph functionality with two pedal-shaped push-pieces and a standard tri-compax dial layout.

Although it is not clearly seen on the photo, the three sub-dials include a subsidiary seconds display at 3 o’clock, as well as a 30-minute and 12-hour chronograph counters at 9 and 6 hours respectively.

Its transparent case back covered with a sapphire crystal provides an unobstructed view of the mechanism and its oscillating weight, although there is nothing really to look at, if you don’t count a PVD black oscillating weight with white Wyler logo on it.

The balance wheel of the new Wyler Code-R All-Black is protected with Wyler’s proprietary time-proven Incaflex anti-shock system. The movement itself is further isolated from occasional shocks with a carbon-fiber resin frame that decouples the movement from the case of the watch if it unexpectedly suffers a severe blow.

The watch is supplied on a textured rubber strap with a titanium folding clasp.

Well, what can I say?

For a price of about $6000, this is quite an expensive piece of Swiss watchmaking. However, if you want to get yourself a sporty Swiss watch that doesn’t look like thousands of other timekeepers made in the same country, this one may be a more adequate choice than some overpriced Omega or Rolex.

Photo: Wyler

All-Black Wyler Code-R Chronograph R01.C1C.12.00.BA012.RBA watch specification

Price range: N/A, around $6000
Movement: Automatic
Complications: Date, chronograph
Power reserve: 42 hours
Case material: Titanium
Case size: 43 mm
Case height: N/A
Dial: Black
Water resistance: N/A
Strap: Black rubber
Crystal: Sapphire