About the Project » BRM Gulf V-12

BRM Gulf V-12 The BRM Gulf V-12 (full name V12-44 Gulf) is a flagship limited-edition chronograph watch co-branded by the French brand B.R.M Chronographes and the classic racing livery Gulf Oil. It is renowned for its 44mm "engine piston" case, full-function chronograph, and strong racing aesthetic.

I. Core Positioning and Background

Brand: B.R.M (France, renowned for its mechanical hardcore, racing DNA, and three-dimensional industrial style)

Series: V12-44 (Gulf Special Edition)

Identity: Official Gulf collaboration, paying homage to Le Mans and endurance racing legends with its orange and blue color scheme

Limited Edition: (Most versions, model numbers such as V12-44-GU-G-AG-2)

II. Detailed Specifications (V12-44 Gulf)

Case
Size: 44 mm (diameter) × 14.3 mm (thickness)

Material: Brushed stainless steel, piston-like three-dimensional structure, exposed screws

Crown: Screw-down, engraved with the Gulf logo

Water Resistance: 100 meters

Case Back: Sapphire crystal case back

Dial and Display

Color: Silver/grey case back + Gulf orange and blue stripes, Gulf logo

Hour Markers: Large racing Arabic numerals (12/3/6/9), luminous

Hands: Skeletonized luminous hands (SuperLuminova)

Layout: 3-dial chronograph (60 Seconds, 30 minutes, 12 hours) + Date window at 10 o'clock
Movement
Type: Automatic winding chronograph (modified from Valjoux 7753 / ETA 2894)
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4Hz)
Jewels: 27 jewels
Power Reserve: Approx. 46 hours
Functions: Chronograph, Date, Quick-set, Shock-resistant ring
Strap and Clasp
Material: Black leather / Rubber (racing car vents)
Details: Orange + blue Gulf-style stitching
Clasp: BRM pin buckle

III. Design Highlights (Gulf Theme)

Classic Gulf Orange and Blue: Continuous throughout the dial, chronograph counters, strap, and markers, highly recognizable
Hardcore Mechanical Appearance: Piston-style case, exposed screws, large lugs, giant pushers
Racing Dashboard: Numerical, analog, and chronograph counters perfectly replicate the style of racing car gauges
Double-sided Sapphire Crystal: Anti-reflective on the front, movement and Gulf custom decoration visible on the back

IV. BRM V Series Gulf Comparison (Simplified Version)

V6-44 Gulf: Single-dial chronograph, minimalist

V8-44 Gulf: Dual-dial chronograph, balanced

V12-44 Gulf: Full-function 12-hour total timekeeping, most complicated, most expensive

V. Suitable for:
Passionate about Gulf racing culture, hardcore mechanics, high recognizability
Wrist ≥ 17.5 cm (44mm large size)
Sports watch enthusiasts seeking niche, limited editions and avoiding the common sight of others wearing the same watch