ZRC Grands Fonds 300 North Adventure Limited Edition, Full Set

The Zuccolo Rochet Company was created in 1904 in Annecy. Their location near Lake Annecy inspired the creation of robust, accurate, and reliable diving watches for professional divers. In 1963, The French Navy ordered the design of diving wristwatches that could meet their rigorous specifications, which led to the creation of the Grands Fonds 300.

The ZRC Grands Fonds 300 North Adventure Ref GF40280 features a 40.5mm stainless steel case with a sand-blasted finish and a rotating bezel that features ZRC’s proprietary ECS cleaning system to remove debris
that builds up between the case and bezel during exposure to the elements.  The domed sapphire crystal features a special anti-condensation treatment to allow for readability during the extreme climate changes during the expedition.  The crown has also been enlarged for easier use when using gloves.  The dial includes features unique to the North Adventure model, such as a new ZRC logo below the 12 o’clock position, a white Polar Bear, and “North Adventure” in red text above the 6 o’clock position.  The date window at the 3 o’clock position features an enlarged cyclops window for easier readability and bright white SuperLumiNova Grade X1 lume on the hour markers and hands. Powered by an ETA 2824-2 movement, the North Adventure features a 38-hour power reserve and a water resistance rating of 300 meters.

This ZRC Grands Fonds 300 North Adventure Limited Edition is number 5 of 320 pieces produced.  Included with this timepiece is the original white leather North Adventure case with the polar bear logo, the ZRC Grands Fonds booklet, the North Adventure Limited Edition booklet, the certificate of origin, and a black ZRC nylon strap with a sand-blasted ZRC buckle.