Introducing the Ball Roadmaster Icebreaker in 904L Steel
Ball is back with a new addition to their Roadmaster collection, the Icebreaker. The brand known for tritium tubes and ties to railroad timing has branched out in its current incarnation to more modern aesthetics, and the Icebreaker has a contemporary sports watch look as well as a few other bits of added value both on the surface and just beneath it. Let?s take a closer look.
Ball Roadmaster Icebreaker
Case Material: 904L Stainless steel
Dial: Black, Blue, White
Dimensions: 40mm
Crystal: SapphireÂ
Water Resistance: 100 meters
Crown: Screw down
Movement: Automatic caliber BALL RR1702-C (chronometer-certified) or BALL RR1702, both based on the ETAÂ 2897
Strap/bracelet: Stainless steel braceletÂ
Price: $1,799 or $2,049 (for COSC certified version) Expected Release: Shipping in early 2020
Described by Ball as ?the ultimate explorer?s watch,? the Icebreaker shares more than a some product description copy with watches made iconic by the Crown. The big news here is Ball?s use of 904L steel, long used by Rolex in their sports watch lineup. This type of steel offers some tangible benefits over the much more common (and still industry standard) 316L variety. 904L steel is known to be more resistant to corrosion over time, and has a subtle but noticeable difference in look and feel. The higher grade steel is said to take a polish better than 316L, making it easier to remove small scratches that are bound to happen over time, while maintaining a lustrous appearance al...
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