Jacob & Co's sportiest watch review: The big, bold Epic X Chrono Positioned as everyday luxury sports watches, Jacob & Co's Epic X Chrono collection features skeletonized dials to showcase the automatic column-wheel chronograph movement and bright, bold design details.
Jacob & Co is credited with pioneering fine watchmaking and developing timepieces the world had never seen before. Driven by imagination, the brand strives to make the impossible possible. While Jacob & Co has been recognized for some mechanically challenging and visually stunning watches over the past 10 years, the brand also produces watches that are more in tune with the rhythm of everyday life, such as the Epic X line. First launched in 2015, the original Epic X was designed by French jewelery and watch designer Benjamin Muller (founder of independent watch brand M Benjamin), before being relicensed by Jacob & Co. It was originally called Spyder. Repertoire by M. Benjamin.
The Epic X Chrono is Jacob & Co's sportiest watch yet, available in a variety of materials and colours. This one is made of titanium, with a sky blue dial, strap and other elements.
The Epic X features striking sloping lugs that extend from the bezel around the strap like a spider's legs. True to its exceptional quality and superior mechanical performance, Jacob & Co further advances the Epic X series with the launch of the Epic X Chrono collection featuring a Swiss made column wheel chronograph movement - the most reliable mechanical chronograph Core - developed in-house by Jacob & Co. jacobs co.
initial impression
At first glance, the Epic X Chrono collection stands out for its gorgeous and well-crafted pieces. It is characterized by the recognizable X-shaped lugs, the appliques on the dial, and especially the colored mineral glass dial, which combines high-quality materials with the double-compound layout of the sub-dials. These watches combine design and superb technology for ultimate comfort and style. The intricate shell is filled with exquisite features, giving it a unique look and feel. The construction is able to withstand any impact, which proves that it is a true sports watch. Available in a variety of materials and colours, the Epic X Chrono is Jacob & Co's sportiest watch yet.