Porsche Design Chronograph 1 F.A.T. 2025: Full Super-LumiNova Dial Meets Motorsport Heritage
Porsche Design Chronograph 1 Goes Full Lume with F.A.T. 2025 Edition
Porsche Design has introduced a striking full-lume dial treatment to its iconic Chronograph 1, creating the Chronograph 1 F.A.T. 2025 Edition. Unveiled in February 2025, this limited collaboration with F.A.T. International — the motorsport heritage brand behind the famous Ice Race in Zell am See, Austria — features an entire dial coated in white Super-LumiNova, making it one of the most legible sports watches in both daylight and complete darkness.
According to Worn & Wound, the F.A.T. 2025 Edition inverts the original 1972 Chronograph 1's all-black design philosophy with a white dial that serves double duty as a fully luminous surface. The indices and hands are designed in total contrast against the lumed white dial, specifically optimized for visibility in extreme conditions — from racing at 100 km/h on ice to Le Mans circuits.
Heritage Meets Luminous Innovation
The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 has been a motorsport icon since 1972, when Ferdinand Alexander Porsche created the first all-black chronograph. The F.A.T. 2025 Edition pays homage to this heritage while adding modern luminous technology. The 40.8mm black titanium carbide case remains faithful to the original proportions, but the white Super-LumiNova dial transforms the watch's character entirely.
Hidden Easter eggs throughout the design celebrate Porsche's racing legacy: a Porsche 962 silhouette on the hour counter, a subtle "962" on the 6 o'clock subdial, and the F.A.T. International logo beneath the date window. Even the day display replaces "SAT" and "SUN" with "F.A.T." in signature red.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Case | 40.8mm black titanium carbide |
| Dial | Full Super-LumiNova white coating |
| Movement | Porsche Design WERK 01.240 |
| Collaboration | F.A.T. International (Ice Race heritage) |
| Price | $11,500 |
| Strap Options | Titanium bracelet, white textile, violet F.A.T. Mankei |
Three Strap Options for Different Styles
The F.A.T. 2025 Edition ships with three strap choices: a matte black titanium bracelet with Porsche Design clasp for everyday wear, a white textile strap bearing the F.A.T. Ice Race badge for a sportier look, and an exclusive violet-colored "F.A.T. Mankei Strap" — a textile-and-leather option inspired by the F.A.T. Mankei hospitality hut in the Austrian Alps. Each strap fundamentally changes the watch's personality while maintaining the luminous dial as the focal point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What makes the lume dial different from regular lume on watches?
A: On most watches, only the hands and indices receive lume coating. The F.A.T. 2025 Edition coats the entire dial surface in Super-LumiNova, making the background itself glow rather than just the markings.
Q: Is this a limited edition?
A: Porsche Design has not specified a limited production run, but the F.A.T. collaboration is a special edition available through Porsche's website.
Q: Can the Super-LumiNova dial degrade over time?
A: Super-LumiNova is a non-radioactive, non-toxic material that does not degrade with use. Its luminous properties remain consistent throughout the watch's lifetime.
Source: Worn & Wound
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