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It was the 1990s, and the Jacob & Co. brand began to gain notoriety as a celebrity jeweler. Meanwhile, Julio César Chávez moved the world with every fight and was known as «the Mexican warrior.» Throughout the hundred bouts he has fought in his professional career, the Mexican boxer has proven himself both in his category and in his masterful technique and relentless aggressiveness, which, to this day, have captivated the entire world.
Julio César Chávez has had an extraordinary professional career, regarded as one of the best boxers ever. With an extensive career, «The Great Mexican Champion» left a mark of 107 wins, six losses, and two draws. He made 37 world championship defenses with a balance of 31 victories, more than any fighter globally, and holds a Guinness Record to prove it.
This year, these two titans meet to present the edition of the EPIC X CHRONO JULIO CÉSAR CHÁVEZ L.E. As a tribute to his defenses, this extraordinary piece is limited to only 37 units. They protect at six o’clock, the number so representative of the winner of five world titles: WBC Super Featherweight, WBA Lightweight, WBC Lightweight, WBC Super Lightweight, and IBF Super Lightweight.
X CHRONO JULIO CÉSAR CHÁVEZ L.E. combines precious and high-end materials to create an instantly recognizable aesthetic for the Epic X. With 61 components, the case of this timepiece of grade 5 titanium with gray PVD and ceramics. The 44mm case diameter retains the robust architecture of the collection, with a more comfortable use on the wrist.
With a water resistance of up to 200 m and power with the exclusive movement Bi-Compax JCAA05 automatic, the limited edition of 37 units presents customization details that perpetuate some of the Mexican boxer’s greatest triumphs.
Another of the differentiating elements of this limited edition is the case back, where the time guard has an image of «The Great Mexican Champion» accompanied by the talent signature.
In his professional career, Julio César Chávez won six world titles in three categories of different weight classes. Super Featherweight, Lightweight, and Super Lightweight. He had an undefeated streak for thirteen years and an impressive record of 37 world championship fights.
He successfully defended his world crowns 27 times, thus earning a record 107 wins, six losses, two draws, and 85 knockouts. Some of his most notable opponents include Roger Mayweather, Juan Laporte, Edwin «Chapo» Rosario, José Luis Ramírez, Meldrick Taylor, Héctor «Macho» Camacho, Greg Haugen, and Frankie Rand…
Chávez’s dedication, resilience, and extraordinary talent have cemented his legacy as a boxing icon.
Jacob & Co Manufacture partners only with the grandest figures, to name a few: Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Supreme, and Bugatti, among others, and this is no exception. Without a doubt, Julio César Chávez is a man with a special magnetism. He is the greatest Mexican boxer in history and a sports figure who enjoys international respect.
Jacob & Co. is famous for perfectly combining the worlds of High Jewelry and High Watchmaking to create unique pieces and designs never seen before.
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Statement, Alan González.
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