Chopard Alpine Eagle - References, Prices and Owners' Reviews

Chopard Alpine Eagle is a model launched in 2019, a contemporary reinterpretation of the 1980 Chopard St. Moritz and a refined integrated-bracelet sports watch by Chopard; the brief is a precise (often COSC) daily piece that’s legible and elegant, spanning 33 to 44 mm, in Lucent Steel A223, titanium or precious metals, with a dial texture inspired by an eagle’s iris and in-house automatics ranging from the 01.01-C (60 h) to the micro-rotor L.U.C 96.40-L (65 h), plus the 03.05-C integrated flyback chronograph.

Design & legibility: the model’s identity

The Alpine Eagle is instantly recognisable: stepped round mid-case with crown guards, bezel secured by eight aligned screws, an integrated “ingot” bracelet with raised central cap, and a textured dial radiating like an eagle’s iris (Aletsch blue, greys, “Monte Rosa” salmon, 8HF black, etc.) that shifts with the light; applied markers and quarter Roman numerals with luminous dauphine hands create a clear hierarchy for at-a-glance reading, such that the textured dial + visible screws + raised central link is the Alpine Eagle’s visual code.

Case, bracelet and everyday comfort

Built for versatility, the 33, 36 and 41 mm cases (≈ 9.7 mm thick for the 41 mm automatic) are 100 m water-resistant and made in Lucent Steel A223 (a proprietary, highly pure, harder steel with a white-gold-like sheen), ethical gold or titanium (Cadence 8HF), with AR-sapphire crystals and see-through backs on most references; the integrated bracelet’s solid links with a domed central cap deliver a smooth drape and planted stance that make the watch easy to forget on the wrist over long days, meaning the slim case + integrated bracelet combo wears fluidly from desk to dinner.

Movement: architecture, performance and service

Depending on size and version, the Alpine Eagle uses the 01.01-C (41 mm, 4 Hz, ≈ 60 h, COSC), 09.01-C (33/36 mm, 3.5 Hz, ≈ 42 h, COSC), 03.05-C (XL Chrono integrated flyback, 4 Hz, ≈ 60 h, column wheel) or, at the extra-flat peak, the L.U.C 96.40-L (41 XPS, micro-rotor, Twin barrels, 4 Hz, ≈ 65 h, Geneva Seal and COSC); the Cadence 8HF adopts the 01.12-C high-frequency escapement (8 Hz) for notable rate stability; standard 4–6-year service cycles apply, with biennial pressure checks recommended, and chronometer regulation plus 60–65 h autonomy makes it rotation-friendly.

Timeline & main models (2019–2025)

(2019) Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 Blue “Lucent Steel A223”:

The foundation piece: 41 mm, ≈ 9.7 mm thick, 100 m, Aletsch-blue “iris” dial, eight aligned bezel screws and the integrated bracelet with domed central cap. Calibre 01.01-C (4 Hz, ≈ 60 h, COSC) brings steady running and efficient winding, visible through a sapphire back. The exclusive steel’s purity and hardness pair with refined finishing to set the collection’s visual DNA between understated sportiness and smart casual. A commonly cited identifier for this version is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298600-3001, now the archetype of the 41 mm line.

(2019) Chopard Alpine Eagle 36 Blue “Small”:

The 36 mm translation keeps the integrated bracelet, screwed bezel and textured dial in a mixed-wrist-friendly footprint. Calibre 09.01-C (≈ 42 h, COSC) optimises architecture and fills the display back nicely, delivering a “manufacture” impression even at compact size. With 100 m WR and crisp legibility intact, this size makes a superb everyday watch. An emblematic reference in steel/blue is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298601-3001, a frequent marker for the 36 mm family.

(2020) Chopard Alpine Eagle XL Chrono Flyback:

The step into an integrated 44 mm flyback chronograph (≈ 13 mm), with column wheel, vertical coupling and a balanced tri-compax display; neatly integrated pushers and the same bracelet language keep the look cohesive. The 03.05-C (≈ 60 h, COSC) triggers cleanly and snaps back instantly for sports timing. Despite the diameter, the bracelet’s curvature and the relatively slim case keep wear balanced. Steel, two-tone and full-gold variants broaden appeal; a widely seen steel reference is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298609-3001.

(2021) Chopard Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF (Titanium, LE):

Limited 41 mm in titanium, a cleaner dial and a livelier sweep via calibre 01.12-C (8 Hz) with high-frequency escapement; titanium’s low mass and the movement’s stability suit demanding daily wear. Thickness remains restrained, and the integrated bracelet feels even airier than in steel. The aesthetics stay Alpine Eagle, but the message is tech-forward. A key reference for this first run is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298600-3005.

(2023) Chopard Alpine Eagle 41 XPS (Micro-rotor):

The extra-flat pinnacle: 41 mm × ≈ 8.2 mm, “Monte Rosa” salmon dial, fine markers, small seconds at 6 and the L.U.C 96.40-L (micro-rotor in gold, Twin barrels, 65 h, COSC + Geneva Seal). Haute horlogerie finishing meets sports-chic design, yet day-to-day wear remains effortless. Readability is undiminished despite the slimness, and movement finishing marks a real step up. The headline reference is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298623-3001.

(2023) Chopard Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF (Titanium, non-limited):

The high-frequency concept settles into the permanent range: 41 mm titanium, clean black dial, same 8 Hz engine for a more accessible ownership path. The idea endures—precision, lightness, integrated comfort. On-wrist feel is even “airier” than steel thanks to titanium. In product literature, a typical identifier is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298600-3020, widening the 8HF footprint.

(2022–2025) Chopard Alpine Eagle 33 (unisex):

The compact complement (33 mm) in Lucent Steel A223 or two-tone, with calibre 09.01-C (≈ 42 h, COSC) and the same “iris” dial. The thinner case and well-draping bracelet deliver excellent comfort on small wrists without losing the impact of bezel screws and raised central link. Ideal as an only-watch or as a pair with a 41 mm. Among representative references are Chopard Alpine Eagle 298617-3001 and close two-tone siblings.

(2024) Chopard Alpine Eagle XL Chrono (Two-Tone/Gold):

More configurations arrive: ethical gold/steel or full gold, contrasted dials and consistently crisp finishing, all around the 03.05-C flyback. The message grows more formal without sacrificing pusher ergonomics or tri-compax clarity. The integrated bracelet handles alternating brushed/polished metals well, bringing a confident glow yet wearable stance. A representative two-tone piece is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298609-6001, anchoring the “sport-prestige” end of the line.

(2025) Chopard Alpine Eagle 33 Yellow Two-Tone:

A fresh 33 mm mix of Lucent Steel A223 and ethical yellow gold that keeps the signature “iris” dial and 100 m WR for crisp reading in an elegant footprint. The 09.01-C retains COSC and hacking seconds for precise setting. This size underscores the line’s mixed-wrist intent while enriching style options. A notable 2025 listing is Chopard Alpine Eagle 298617-4001, a hinge for contemporary two-tone palettes.

Conclusion

Blending Alpine-inspired design with serious mechanics, the Chopard Alpine Eagle targets wearers wanting an elegant, credible integrated sports watch—from the do-it-all 41 to the haute-horlogerie XPS, via the technical 8HF and the sporty XL Chrono; decide by size and engine first, then by material and tone, and confirm on the wrist; finally, Dialicious customer reviews will help confirm comfort, precision and lifestyle fit.

(Updated September 2025)