MOTO-GALLERY
STEFAN JOHANSSON
Stefan Johansson’s has run the gamut from piloting the open-wheel series of Formula 1 and
Indy Car, to the endurance races of Sebring and
LeMans. During his career he’s stood on podiums and diced with some of the best drivers
in the world. He also happens to be a huge fan
of wristwatches and rather than simply sign on
with an existing brand he has developed one of
his own: Vaxjo.
Named for the city in Sweden and designed by
Stefan Johansson, all Vaxjo Mark IX and Mark
X timepieces share a number of distinguishing
characteristics of form and function. A 60-minute chronograph register is uniquely set at the
center of each dial; the E and G models feature
a telemeter register, which measures the
speed of sound, keeping focus on the fact that
a fraction of a second makes all the difference
in the world of racing; the 3D three-piece hour
and minute hands, unique numerals, integrated
crown protector and pusher mechan isms
represent four of eight unique design features
that have patents pending; the glass back is
engraved with the piece’s individual ‘chassis’ number and if desired, the owner’s name.
Inside each of these beats a Dubois-Depraz
engine that is kept running (when not on your
wrist) by the customized winding box supplied
with each watch..
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TCH | 2016