Cristiano Ronaldo, a name that resonates with football enthusiasts worldwide, has been a long-standing and close partner to Jacob & Co. for over two decades. The bond between Ronaldo and Jacob Arabo, the Founder and Chairman of Jacob & Co., was forged when Ronaldo was a promising rising star. Their relationship, based on mutual trust and respect, has only grown stronger over the years.
Both Ronaldo and Arabo share a relentless pursuit of excellence. They have crafted their success from the ground up, achieving it through unwavering determination and hard work. This shared ethos has now evolved into a business venture where Jacob & Co. designs and manufactures timepieces that reflect the image of Cristiano Ronaldo, co-branded by both powerhouses.
The Watch: A Celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo
Transitioning to the timepiece itself, the Jacob & Co x CR7 Epic X collection is a profoundly personalized version of the Epic X. It features a 44 mm case with X-shaped lugs, a smooth and polished bezel, and a colored crown and flange. The skeleton movement offers a striking architecture, with two vertical pillars forming the central part of the X shape initiated by the lugs.
In this collection, these two pillars represent Cristiano Ronaldo and the CR7 brand. The left pillar takes on the shape of Cristiano Ronaldo himself in various postures, while the right one bears the CR7 logo and the man’s hand-signature, both engraved in bold letters. The skeleton barrel cover is shaped like a football, and another image of Cristiano Ronaldo himself, wearing his iconic, lucky number 7 jersey, is silver-printed on the caseback’s tainted sapphire crystal.
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The watch is powered by Caliber JCAM45, an integral part of the Jacob & Co x CR7 Epic X identity. It was designed as a skeleton from inception, benefiting from a free, graphic structure. The wide barrel at 12 o’clock and balance wheel at 6 o’clock define the caliber’s verticality, enhanced by the vertical bridges that run along them. The left pillar takes on the shape of Cristiano Ronaldo himself wearing his lucky number 7 jersey.
The Epic X V2’s most striking update is the new shape of the case. The once stepped bezel is flush and polished. The X-shaped lugs are full and flush, and begin slightly above the sapphire crystal. Their ends are angular and vertical, creating a perfect fit for the strap.
The caseband extends far outside the case’s circle to create a set of crown guards. In between them, a redesigned crown exhibits a two-level, notched steel tip. Its basis introduces a new design principle: the Epic X now features several colorful components, crafted out of aluminum.
Technical Specifications
brand
Jacob & Co.
Name
Heart of CR7
Case Material
Polished stainless steel
Case Diameter
44 mm
DIAL
Vertical bridge shaped after Cristiano Ronaldo
Bracelet mATERIAL
Green honeycomb rubber
Movement
Hand-wound
wATER RESISTANCE
5 ATM
Retail Price
$117,000 USD
In conclusion, the Jacob & Co x CR7 Epic X collection is more than just a timepiece; it’s a celebration of Cristiano Ronaldo’s journey and achievements. It’s a testament to a partnership built on mutual respect and a shared pursuit of excellence.
The watch, much like Ronaldo himself, is a symbol of relentless determination, hard work, and success. It’s a reminder that time is the ultimate luxury, and how we choose to spend it defines who we are. This unique timepiece, the Heart of CR7, is a fitting tribute to a football legend and his enduring partnership with Jacob & Co.
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