Luminox XCOR Valjoux for Astronauts
Luminox announces the release of the XCOR Valjoux model, the first automatic chronograph in the Space Series. Made for space and created with input from astronauts and test pilots.
Astronauts and pilots need to synchronize their operations down to the second and analog time is quick and easy to interpret especially in the dark says Harry van Hulten, XCOR Space Expeditions Founding Partner and test-pilot. Pilots are picky about two things - sunglasses and watches. Luminox is my watch of choice. I've see the watch, and I've met the people behind the watch, and I'm impressed.
As a key partner of XCOR Space Expeditions, Luminox is committed to making passenger space flights possible. A recently signed multi-year contract between Luminox and XCOR seals the promising partnership. The Luminox Space watches will be worn by both the XCOR astronauts and passengers.
XCOR Aerospace, the manufacturer of the XCOR Lynx spaceship, will be carrying out their first test flights within the atmosphere soon. Training sessions and tests for passenger flights are currently under way. For $100,000 passengers will be able to enjoy a unique view of the earth from 103 kilometers.
Available as of Fall 2015.