A flying tourbillon is characterized by the absence of an upper bridge. As the tourbillon cage is only held in place by the lower bridge, it appears to be flying, creating a transparent effect through the movement. Based on the developments of Chopard Manufacture's first caliber (the L.U.C 96.01-L introduced in 1997), the L.U.C 96.24-L is similarly thin, at just 3.3 mm. A highly rare feature for a tourbillon, the L.U.C 96.24-L movement is equipped with a stop seconds function to enable precise time-setting. This precision has is also certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), as shown by the ''Chronometer'' inscription on the dial below the logo.
- Movement
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L.U.C 96.24-L
- Type of Winding
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self-winding mechanical movement
- Function
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hours and minutes,
small seconds
- Complications
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stop seconds,
tourbillon
- Power Reserve
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Power Reserve of approximately 65 hours, L.U.C Twin Technology (two stacked barrels)
- Certification(s)
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Certified chronometer (COSC),
Poinçon de Genève quality hallmark
- Frequency
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3.5 Hz (25,200 vibrations per hour)
- Decoration on Movement
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bridges adorned with Côtes de Genève, circular-grained mainplate
- Balance Spring
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flat
- Balance Wheel
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with three spokes
- Movement Thickness
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3.30 mm
- Number of Movement Parts
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189
- Jewels
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25
