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Backes & Strauss

Berkeley Black Knight

A limited edition wrist chronograph with date

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The Berkeley Black Knight chronograph has a dramatic black dial with polished rose gold Arabic numerals and indexes. The watch is powered by a chronograph rotor and features the distinctive Backes & Strauss cut diamond in the crown which makes this timepiece an elegant accessory for any outfit, day or night.

Backes & Strauss is an English company specialising in the creation high-quality timepieces and jewellery. The company was founded in Hanau in 1789 and present themselves as the oldest company processing diamonds worldwide.
The London office was established in 1814 and the corporate seal was registered at the Goldsmith's Hall in London in 1878. In November 2006 Backes & Strauss entered a strategic partnership with Swiss watchmaker Franck Muller Group. Backes & Strauss launched their flagship ranges Regent, Berkeley and Piccadilly in 2007. Backes & Strauss‘ brand mark is a diamond inserted in the winding crown.