Inside the new DC96 chronograph line ticks our manufacture movement C51-6 in TOP version with silicion escape wheel. The escape wheel, also called escapement wheel, is part of the escapement in a mechanical movement. It supplies the oscillating system with energy and controls the running of the wheel train. Therefore, it has a direct influence on the accuracy of the watches.
By using silicon as a material, the long-term accuracy of watches is improved even further. This is due to the properties that silicon offers...you can find more informations about the advantages and the manufacturing process here: Silicon escape wheel