SCALFARO PIERO LAVERDA 750 SFC WATCH EDITION
SCALFARO AND PIERO LAVERDA PRESENT LIMITED EDITION OF WATCHES INCLUDING GENUINE PARTS OF A LAVERDA 750 SFC
Watch manufacture SCALFARO and Piero Laverda – son of the founder of Moto Laverda – launch a limited edition of mechanical wristwatches featuring original material from the legendary endurance racer Laverda 750 SFC which was integrated into the ceramic elements of the watch case. Therefore each edition watch contains authentic DNA of the iconic 750 SFC and thus a direct link to its fascinating history. Other features include: 43mm case diameter, finely decorated Swiss mechanical movement, sapphire crystal, see-through case back, water-resistance to 100m (330ft), ceramic intarsia, natural rubber strap). Each watch is individually numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity as well as an exclusive wooden box. Available from Euro 2.750,- via Scalfaro (phone +49 (0) 72 34 - 94 99 620 or email 750sfc@scalfaro.com).
Scalfaro Piero Laverda 750 SFC Watch Edition(firmenpresse) - SCALFARO PIERO LAVERDA 750 SFC WATCH EDITION
Watch manufacturer Scalfaro – Contemporary Luxury and Mr. Piero Laverda – son of the founder of Moto Laverda – jointly developed a limited edition of mechanical wristwatches featuring original parts from the legendary Laverda SFC 750 motorcycle.
Piero Laverda and the owners of Scalfaro Watches – brothers Alexander Kuhnle and Dominik Kuhnle – met at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in which Piero Laverda took part with a 750 SFC and the Scalfaro Classic Racing Team with a Laverda 1000cc. Based on their common passion for engineering, mechanics and motorsport the group of enthusiasts soon developed the idea of creating a special edition of mechanical watches bringing to life the spirit of the legendary Laverda 750 SFC on the wrist.
Having worked with high-tech ceramics for years, the Scalfaro team developed their innovative technology of “Scalfaro Ceramic Intarsia” integrating high-tech ceramics in its sophisticated stainless steel watch cases. The Scalfaro Ceramic Intarsia technique perfectly unites traditional craftsmanship with the latest technological achievements.
Thanks to the personal dedication of Mr. Piero Laverda who was strongly involved in the creation of this edition, we were able to obtain one of the rare race-proven original pistons of a 750 SFC from the first production series. Our team of engineers went on to create a world premiere for this special edition of watches by integrating metal parts from this original 750 SFC piston into the Scalfaro Ceramic Intarsia elements of the watch case. As a result, each watch from this special edition contains genuine “DNA” from the Laverda 750 SFC and therefore represents a direct link to its fascinating history. Piero Laverda’s signature on the side of the watch-case underlines the originality of this limited edition.
The 750 SFC (Super Freni Competizione) boasts an impressive racing career with countless victories on the world’s most prominent racetracks such as Imola, Monza and Zandvoort. The 750 SFC virtually dominated the international endurance race circuit in the early 1970s. Today, due to its timeless elegance, functional and aggressive beauty, mean sound and great racing record, the 750 SFC is regarded as one of motorcycle history’s true icons. The 750 SFC sport production racer is considered an outstanding example of industrial design of its times. It was featured in the 1999 New York Guggenheim Museum exhibition “The Art of the Motorcycle” which described it as one of the most iconic bikes of the 1970s.
Produced in three major series between 1971 and 1976, exactly 549 units of the Laverda 750 SFC left the company’s Breganze factory: Series I (1971-1973, batches 5.000/8.000/11.000, featuring Borrani wire wheels, large drum brakes, 70 hp), Series II (1974, batches 16.000/17.000, featuring a re-designed frame, modified tank shape, disc brakes and an increase to 75 hp et al.) and finally Series III called “Elettronica” (1975 to 1976, batch 18.000, featuring electronic ignition, re-designed cylinder-head, oil cooling and a number of bikes fitted with cast aluminium wheels).
All SFCs were painted bright orange. This unusual colour made the Laverdas stand out from the rest of the field, and all Laverda racers were painted orange from then on.
The “Scalfaro Piero Laverda 750 SFC“-Edition – limited to 50 pieces worldwide – offers a small group of “Laverdisti“ the chance to wear a genuine part of this legendary orange racer on their wrist.
SCALFARO PIERO LAVERDA 750 SFC – WEAR A RACING LEGEND ON YOUR WRIST
FURTHER INFORMATION:
TECHNICAL DETAILS OF THE SCALFARO PIERO LAVERDA 750 SFC EDITION WATCHES:
-Watch case diameter: 43mm;
-Watch movement: Swiss ADK Calibre 147 with automatic winding mechanism;
-Movement decorated with Geneva stripes, Perlage pattern and blued screws;
-Stainless steel watchcase with Scalfaro Ceramic Intarsia incl. parts from an original Laverda 750 SFC 80mm piston and signature of Piero Laverda on the case-side;
-Sapphire crystal on top and in case back (see-through case back);
-Water-resistance 100m (330ft / 10atm);
-Choice of black or orange rubber strap with engraving and classic buckle;
-Limited to 50 pieces worldwide incl. numbering (01/50,…) and certificate of authenticity;
-Retail Price: Euro 2.750,-
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Unternehmensinformation / Kurzprofil:
SCALFARO – CONTEMPORARY LUXURY:
The watch brand SCALFARO was founded in 2001 by brothers Alexander and Dominik Kuhnle. The founders’ uncompromising focus on quality, individuality and precision, combined with their creativity and dedication have shaped “SCALFARO” into a powerful brand with a strong unique character. Its remarkable and authentic designs have assisted to establish “SCALFARO” as one of the rare family-owned manufacturers of fine mechanical timepieces. In its Swiss Ateliers the company manufactures mechanical masterpieces by combining traditional artisan techniques, innovative materials and the latest modern-day technology. SCALFARO’s extraordinary design language and powerful shapes are complemented by flawless workmanship, keen attention to detail and the use of the finest materials. A SCALFARO timepiece always forms a harmonious unit radiating by clear lines, sporty elegance, refined functionality and impressive solidity. In addition, SCALFARO is a specialist in the field of exclusive high-end editions due to proprietary innovations such as its SCALFARO Ceramic Intarsia Technology.
PIERO ANTONIO LAVERDA:
Piero Laverda is the son of Dott. Francesco Laverda – founder of Moto Laverda in 1949 - and himself an accomplished mechanical engineer. He was always very much involved in the racing activities of Moto Laverda. Already as a student at Padova University Piero was actively managing the works endurance team and could always be found in the pitlane, right where the action was. After completing his studies he joined his brother Massimo in the factory as a technical engineer and from 1973 was director of production, then general manager and later managing director of Moto Laverda S.p.A. Also, from 1969 to 1975 he was team manager of the Laverda Works Racing Team. Piero still is a talented rider himself who loves to take journalists for a very fast ride through the Dolomites on his 750 SFC to show off Laverda’s superior qualities.
In 2000 Piero Laverda brought back the Laverda family collection of Racing Works Bikes and founded the “Laverda Corse” racing team (www.laverdacorse.it) which participates in numerous classic events and promotes the conservation and restoration of the Laverda motorbikes. Laverda Corse helps bring the orange racers back on the historic race tracks and develops the relationships with the Laverda clubs, owners and friends of the brand. Today Piero Laverda is the living historical memory of the Laverda Family and Moto Laverda history.
LAVERDA 750 SFC
The legendary Laverda 750 SFC (Super Freni Competizione) became Laverda’s flagship racer and dominated international endurance events in the early 1970s. From 1971 to 1976 only 546 units of this sport production racer were built. Its engine liability and stability at high speed are impressive, even almost 40 years after its production. Today, the remarkable 750 SFC is regarded as an unforgettable icon of motorcycle history striking with its beauty, fierce temperament and great record on the most famous race tracks.
Main technical specifications: four stroke, parallel twin cylinder, 2 valves per cylinder, 744cc displacement, 5-speed gearbox, power 75 hp at 7600 rev/min, Ceriani fork and rear suspension, weight 210 kg, fuel capacity 25 litres, top speed 220 km/h.
Text edited by Mr. Piero Laverda, Mr. Dominik Kuhnle (Scalfaro) and Mr. Marnix van der Schalk
(International Laverda 750 SFC Owners Register)
SCALFARO - CONTEMPORARY LUXURY
Schoenblickstrasse 22
D-75242 Neuhausen / Germany
Phone +49 (0) 72 34 - 94 99 62 0
Fax +49 (0) 72 34 - 54 73
Email: info(at)scalfaro.com
Website: www.scalfaro.com
SCALFARO - CONTEMPORARY LUXURY
Schoenblickstrasse 22
D-75242 Neuhausen / Germany
Phone +49 (0) 72 34 - 94 99 62 0
Fax +49 (0) 72 34 - 54 73
Email: info(at)scalfaro.com
Website: www.scalfaro.com
Datum: 18.11.2010 - 15:55 Uhr
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